The 2024–25 Premier League season has been marked by standout performances from young talents. These players have impressed with their skill, consistency, and impact on the field, showcasing exceptional abilities in various positions. Their contributions have made them some of the most exciting prospects in English football this season.
5. Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace)
The 20-year-old Adam Wharton has quickly established himself as one of the Premier League’s top young midfielders. After joining Crystal Palace from Blackburn Rovers, Wharton has made an immediate impact.
His consistency this season has been impressive, with his ability to deliver line-breaking passes standing out. Calm and composed on the ball, Wharton is undoubtedly one of the most promising midfield talents to keep an eye on. His performances have also caught the attention of several Premier League clubs ahead of the summer transfer window.
4. Myles Lewis-Skelly (Arsenal)
Arsenal’s 18-year-old prodigy has been nothing short of sensational this season, quickly becoming one of the most talented players in the league. Although primarily a midfielder, he has been a regular starter at left-back this season, even surpassing experienced players like Oleksandr Zinchenko.
Ranked in the 95th percentile for ground duel success (79.63%) and tackles won per 90 minutes (2.12), according to Squawka, the youngster has proven his defensive prowess. Technically sharp, confident on the ball, and an excellent reader of the game, he’s been a standout at such a young age.
With one goal in 18 Premier League appearances this season, he has been a dynamic presence in the left-back role.
3. Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United)
Mainoo ranks in the 80th-95th percentile for take-ons and duels won per 90 minutes. Recognized by GiveMeSport as one of the Premier League’s top teenage talents, he is set to be a player to watch, especially under the guidance of Ruben Amorim in the future.
2. Yankuba Minteh (Brighton & Hove Albion)
Brighton’s 20-year-old winger, Yankuba Minteh, has been one of the standout performers in the Premier League since his £30m move from Newcastle United. After a successful loan spell at Feyenoord, where he scored 10 goals and provided six assists, Minteh has dazzled in the Premier League with his exceptional pace and agile footwork. His audacious dribbling and precise finishing have made him a constant threat to opposition defences.
Minteh’s breakthrough moment came in October 2024 when he scored his first Premier League goal against Tottenham, announcing himself as a talent to watch. His ability to score and create opportunities has made him one of the top young players in the league this season, much to the delight of Brighton fans.
So far in the 2024/2025 Premier League season, Minteh has scored five goals in 28 matches, with a goals-per-90 rate of 0.3. His total goal contributions (goals + assists) stand at nine, with a goal involvement of 0.54 per 90 minutes. His non-penalty expected goals (xG) per 90 minutes is 0.31, further underscoring his impact on the pitch.
1. Ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal)
In the 2024-25 season, Nwaneri has firmly established himself as a key player for Arsenal, showcasing his immense talent both as a winger and an attacking midfielder.
A standout moment for Nwaneri came when he became the youngest Englishman to score in the Champions League, according to GiveMeSport. In the Premier League this season, he has scored four goals in 24 appearances, with a goals-per-90 rate of 0.44. His total goal contributions (goals + assists) stand at six for the season, highlighting his impact on the pitch.
