The Under-21 European Championship, which began yesterday, is a great tournament in its own right, but it also serves as a showcase for some of the most talented emergent players of the next generation. England kick off their campaign against Switzerland later today, but taking off our novelty Three Lions glasses for a moment, who are the other players who may be worth keeping an eye on? Previous tournaments have provided a stage for the likes of Mats Hummels, Thiago Alcântara, Bernardo Silva, Dani Ceballos and Federico Chiesa; here are seven more who could be bound for stardom. Ridle Baku (22, right back/right wing, Germany)SponsoredWhile the “big name” in Germany’s somewhat starless squad is probably Borussia Dortmund’s 16-year-old phenom Youssoufa Moukoko, the best player

Source: The Times March 25, 2021 12:02 UTC