By Football is so much more than just a game. It’s an emotion, hope, and dream for many! Countries have placed their reputation and trust in these men that dare to perform in front of millions. When young players step out on the pitch with an impossible weight of expectations, expected to make their countries proud, everyone’s in awe of their determination. In this post, we bring forth the top 8 youngest active football players in the world.
1. Giorgi Mamardashvili (21, GK, Valencia)
The 21-year-old highly-rated Georgian goalkeeper, Giorgi Mamardashvili, has banked the hopes of recovery of Valencia. Keeping 8 clean sheets, he stood between the sticks for 18 La Liga matches. Moreover, he recorded 560 minutes without conceding. This landed him two La Liga teams of the week. Giorgi also received the King of the Match award.
2. Ansu Fati (19, LW, Barcelona)
Ansu Fati was entrusted with Barcelona’s expectations and an iconic number 10 jersey. And he carried his responsibilities significantly well. The player began his football career in 2019, and since then, he’s been one of the finest Spanish talents in the world. Fati has made three assists in 40 La Liga games and scored 15 goals.
3. Yéremy Pino (19, RW, Villarreal)
Yeremy Pino is the youngest Spanish player to start a major European final. He was 18 years old when Villarreal reached the finals of the Europa League. To everyone’s surprise, he also became the youngest player to win the competition. Pink scored nine goals with 27 La Liga starts. Further, he is the youngest player to score a hat-trick in the first half of a La Liga match. He’s phenomenal!
4. Josko Gvardiol (20, CB, RB Leipzig)
Josko Gvardiol extended his contract with RB Leipzig until 2027 earlier this september. He rejected Chelsea’s €90 million offer for the player. Josko has grabbed every opportunity that’s come his way ferociously. As a result, it didn’t take him long to establish a spot in the starting XI at Leipzig. He has played in 36 Bundesliga matches. Consequently, earned his stripes as one of the youngest, most rational-minded talents in football.
5. Florian Wirtz (19, AMF, Leverkusen)
Florian Wirtz has been hailed as an upcoming talent in German football. At the mere age of 17, he became the youngest Leverkusen player to debut for the senior team. Since then, he has registered 16 assists in 60 games in the Bundesliga. Plus, he has scored 13 goals already. Florian is known for his dribbling skills along with his impeccable passion that has helped Leverkusen‘s attacking game!
6. Gavi (18, CM, Barcelona)
Gavi is known all over the world for his dribbling skills, intelligence, vision, passion, anticipation, and passing. He’s got a rapid change of pace, close control, and the ability to turn quickly to initiate counter attacks and get out of tight spaces. Gavi featured in 39 La Liga games. He had scored twice with two assists. Internationally, he received a surprise call-up to the senior Spain national team!
7. Jamal Musiala (19, AMF, Bayern Munich)
Jamal Musiala, at 19, has taken over the responsibilities of carrying out Bayern’s offensive department. He has made 63 senior appearances for the Bavarians. Plus, he has been a regular starter in Julian Nagelsmann’s squad. Jamal has scored 15 goals. While playing as a left-winger alongside his primary position as an attacking midfielder, he has registered seven assists.
8. Jude Bellingham (19, CM, Dortmund)
Jude Bellingham played a praiseworthy game at Bellingham. He left for greener pastures of the German top-tier. He’s based out of England and is the most expensive acquisition for a 17-year-old. The traditional Dortmund youth setup system worked to his benefit for the next two seasons. He made an identity for himself within the league. Jude scored numerous goals behind a remarkable forward line!
Don’t forget to check out the list of The Oldest Active Football Players.
