The UEFA European Championship was moved to 2021 due to the coronavirus. But today, we’ll have a look at the most notable wonder kids in football that might not have been ready for 2020 but will be worth noting in Euro 2021.
Jadon Sancho
Transfer rumors of Jadon Sancho joining Manchester United filled the player’s summer; nevertheless, he decided to stay in Borussia Dortmund. The England International is looking promising, entering the 2020-21 season.
Kai Havertz
At 16 years old, he became the youngest debutant ever in the Bundesliga, and with his recent move to Chelsea, he is now the most expensive German signing of all time. His German teammate Timo Werner also transferred to Chelsea this summer.
Joachim Low - the national team’s manager - has praised the move, stating, “The players develop their personalities abroad. I think if Kai and Timo take the next step at Chelsea, that will of course help us." With the pair playing together and developing more chemistry, they will be something to watch out for in Euro 2021.
Kylian Mbappe
The French footballer Kylian Mbappe has been on everyone's radar ever since he won the World Cup with France and made an expensive move to PSG. The star also reached the Champions League final this year with PSG. There are now rumors of a possible move from PSG to Real Madrid. Regardless of his final destination, he is one of the biggest outlooks for next year’s competition.
Erling Haland - failed to qualify for Euro 2021
This footballer first made headlines last year when he scored a hat-trick on his Champions League debut for Red Bull Salzburg. He finalized his transfer to Borussia Dortmund, where he now plays alongside fellow wunderkind Jadon Sancho and continues to deliver outstanding scoring records. His first goal for the Norwegian national team happened this month when Norway was defeated by Austria 2-1 in the Nations League.
Ansu Fati
The Barcelona star debuted and scored his first goal with the Spain national team for the Nations League during the last international break. He is only 16-year-olds, but this La Masia player is looking very good going into next year's Euro.
Donny Van de Beek
He is one of many wunderkinder from Ajax’s academy who led Ajax to their historic Champions League campaign back in 2019. Dony has now joined Manchester United for a fee of €40,000,000 plus add-ons. He has already scored in his debut despite the loss to Crystal Palace and will undoubtedly be a key player for the Netherlands as they enter the tournament with a renewed squad featuring players such as Van Dijk, De Jong, and De Ligt.
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