Next Gen 2021: Slow and Steady Wins

Our Next Generation series, which tracks 80 promising footballers over five years, demonstrates that early success doesn't always translate to long-term careers. The 2021 class includes Premier League talents and international prospects, with Lamine Yamal proving exceptional.

Yamal, from a footballing family, has set numerous records as the youngest player in Bundesliga, Champions League, and Germany Under-21 team. His tactical awareness, developed through family connections, complements his technical skills as he continues his remarkable rise. lebandit.lat