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The success Leipzig have enjoyed this season has not gone unnoticed, much like the strong performances of Dayot Upamecano. At 21 years old the centre-back whose pace rivals him with the quickest attackers, is defending well. Standing tall at 6ft 1, his passing abilities are characteristic of a player who worked as a forward andContinue reading “Leipzig’s French Wall”

Chelsea right-back Reece James has looked completely unfazed this season. The transfer ban in Summer 2019, has arguably been a blessing in disguise with Chelsea manager Frank Lampard, unafraid to start the younger players. James is one player who has come into his role and excelled. A threat going forward with his crosses but alsoContinue reading “A new type of right back”

At just 17 years old, Eduardo Camavinga has emerged as one of the best young midfielders in Europe. Composed on the ball, Camavinga has produced man of the match displays against Marseille and PSG, which has alerted the likes of Real Madrid and Arsenal. The holding midfielder role is where Camavinga has generally operated thisContinue reading “Stade Rennais’ wonderkid”

Alphonso Davies has been a constant threat for Bayern Munich this season. His transition to left-back has been smooth, and the pace Davies delivers on the left-flank for Bayern gives them a different attacking dimension. The width he provides allows midfield players like Thiago Alcantara, to have more time and space. Interim coach Hanzi FlickContinue reading “The Red Flash in Munich”

Young midfielder Sandro Tonali is currently flourishing in the Serie A this season. The 19 year old has drawn comparisons to Andrea Pirlo, whose career also started at Brescia. Tonali was a key player in Brescia’s promotion campaign last season, and his impressive performances have continued this term. The passing ability Tonali possesses allows himContinue reading “Brescia and their shining light”

Valverde, now 21 years old, is a crucial part of Real Madrid’s midfield and his manager Zinedine Zidane has been pleased with the performances. The box-to-box style of the young Uruguayan allows him to press opponents higher up the field, and track back to help defend. The nickname, “El Pajarito” or “The Little Bird” wasContinue reading “El Pajarito”

The work of Arsenal youngsters Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli down the left-hand side has been one of this season’s successes. The two youngsters, both 18 years old, have developed a partnership that compliments their own playing styles. Saka has adjusted well at left back, and has been able to score and provide an assistContinue reading “36 Years of Age”

Erling Haaland and Jadon Sancho, both 19 years old, are in scintillating form in the Bundesliga. Whether scoring goals or registering assists, this special pairing is breaking records in the process. Haaland became the first player in Bundesliga history to score 7 goals in 3 games whereas Sancho was the first teenager to score 25Continue reading “The Deadly Duo”