THIS SEASON'S TOP TEN FOOTBALL BREAKOUT STARS

May 15, 2023
2 years ago

This season's top ten football breakout talents are listed below.




1. Napoli's Kvicha Kvaratskelia:


Kvicha Kvaratskelia was a brilliant signing for Napoli. The 21-year-old winger soon forged a dangerous relationship with Victor Osimhen, pushing Napoli to their first Scudetto in more than three decades. Kvaratskelia's impressive record of 15 goals and 22 assists demonstrates his significant contribution to the team's success.




2. Arsenal's William Saliba:


After a string of loan experiences, Arsenal's French center-back William Saliba finally had his time to shine. Despite the pressure, the 21-year-old center-back established himself as one of the Premier League's finest, displaying his poise and defensive brilliance.


3. Napoli's Kim Min-jae:


Following the departure of Kalidou Koulibaly, Napoli found an excellent substitute in Kim Min-jae. The South Korean defender blended in smoothly, impressing with his defensive prowess and earning Serie A Player of the Month honors on many occasions.




4. Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma:


Kaoru Mitoma, a Japanese winger, returned to Brighton following a loan spell and instantly demonstrated his versatility. His contributions were crucial to Brighton's FA Cup success and their push for a European position next season. 5. Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez:


Enzo Fernandez, signed by Benfica from River Plate, caused quite a stir when he arrived in Europe. Despite joining Chelsea during a difficult era, the Argentine midfielder's quality shone through, helping his team win the World Cup and earning him the most expensive January purchase by a British club.




Julian Alvarez (Manchester City):


While Erling Haaland's presence overshadowed Julian Alvarez's performance at Man CT. The Argentine striker made an impact throughout the World Cup, emerging as the team's top scorer alongside Lionel Messi, only falling short of Mbappe and Messi in total tournament goals.


Kolo Muani (Frankfurt) 7th:

Kolo Muani made his international debut with a stunning goal in the World Cup semifinals. Back in Germany, the youthful striker has been tearing defenses apart, now sitting as the Bundesliga's second-highest scorer and playing an important role in Frankfurt's success.
Folarin Balogun (Reims) (8):

Folarin Balogun, on loan from Arsenal, has been making waves in French football. The 21-year-old striker's 22 goal contributions this season have thrust him into the spotlight, forcing Arsenal to make a critical choice about his future.



Ajax's Mohammed Kudus:

Mohammed Kudus has been a revelation for Ajax this season, displaying his potential with 23 goal contributions. At the World Cup, the young African demonstrated his promise, cementing his place as one of Africa's best young players.

10. Napoli's Victor Osimhen:

This season, Victor Osimhen went from being a promising player to an amazing superstar. The Nigerian striker's incredible goal-scoring ability, combined with his contributions in helping Napoli win the Serie A title for the first time in 33 years, has lifted him to the status of the highest-scoring African player in Serie A history.