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Stephan El Sharaawy is one of the most highly rated young strikers currentlyThe world of football sees new 'wonderkids' appear at regular intervals, as players in their teens are touted by managers, agents and the media as the next big thing. While many fail to live up to their billing, there are a number of players among the current crop of youngsters who have all the attributes to be able to step up the challenge and become one of the world's best.Here are the 10 best strikers in the world who are 21 years of age or below.
#10 Divock Origi
Still in his teens but already in the limelight, Origi secured a £10 million move to Liverpool on the back of a successful World Cup campaign before being sent out on loan to Ligue 1 club Lille.
The Belgian international has indicated his desire to impress this term, and will be key for the French club in their hopes of making the Champions League.
#9 Ahmed Musa
It’s amazing that Ahmed Musa, still just 21 years of age, has already made more than 40 appearances for his national team Nigeria.
The CSKA Moscow forward made his name in front of an international audience during the 2014 World Cup, when he scored twice against Argentina, and is expected to keep growing in the coming seasons.
#8 Dominico Berardi
Another promising young Italian striker, Berardi carried Serie A side Sassuolo on his shoulders last term, scoring 16 goals in 29 games to help the side avoid relegation.
Berardi, who is on loan at Sassuolo this season as well from parent club Juventus, will benefit from the first team experience, and has been earmarked for an Italian senior team call-up.
#7 Paco Alcacer
A product of the famed Valencia youth academy, Alcacer has been gaining prominence in recent seasons, and is expected to be a breakout star for the Mestalla-based outfit in the coming years.
Only 21 years of age, the striker has already made his debut for the Spanish senior national team, and after a 16-goal campaign last season, has already netted 4 times this term.
#6 Anthony Martial
French Under-21 international Anthony Martial caused a flutter in the French media with his move to Monaco from Lyon last year, with many Lyon fans left disappointed by the departure of the talented 18-year old for a minimal price.
The fact that Martial has already featured for big-name clubs even before legally becoming an adult proves his talent, with the striker possessing impressing pace, movement and finishing ability.
#5 Mauro Icardi
21-year old Argentine striker Mauro Icardi was always the subject of transfer battles during his childhood years, as the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Liverpool and Valencia, among others, bid for the striker’s services.
Barcelona were able to sign him, but the player moved to Sampdoria in the hope of first-team appearances, and is now lighting up the Serie A for Inter Milan. He has scored 6 goals in 4 games this season, and is expected to become one of the world’s most lethal strikers in the coming years.
#4 Alvaro Morata
Only 21 years of age, Morata has already played for two of the biggest clubs in Europe, having moved from Real Madrid to Juventus this summer for a fee of £16 million, and has impressed in the limited opportunities that he has received.
Even on the international level, Morata has impressed, and won the Golden Boot at the European Under-19 Championship in 2011 as well as the European Under-21 Championship in 2013.
#3 Stephan El Shaarawy
El Shaarawy was earmarked as an outstanding talent very early in his career, and became one of the youngest players to ever play in Serie A when he made his debut for Genoa at the age of 16.
Thereafter, the Italian joined AC Milan and is in his fourth season with the Rossoneri, where he has grown to become an influential figure despite his young age. His progress has been slowed down by repeated injuries, but there is no doubting the striker’s immense talent.
#2 Romelu Lukaku
One of the more known names on this list, Romelu Lukaku has already established himself as a top-level striker despite his early years, and is seen as one of the most promising young talents in the world.
The Belgian forward signed for Premier League side Everton for a massive fee of £28 million, and will be spearheading their charge for a top four berth in the English first division.
#1 Munir El Haddadi
19-year old Munir has seen a meteoric rise in fortunes in the matter of months, as the young striker has made his debut for Barcelona B, Barcelona, Spain U19, Spain U21, and Spain's senior team all in one year.
The talented frontman, born to a Moroccan father, is now strengthening his hold in the Barcelona side, and is expected to feature for them increasingly in the coming seasons.
