Premier League 2019/20: 3 young players to watch out for next season

Exciting young players who have a golden opportunity to shine in the top-flight next term
Exciting young players who have a golden opportunity to shine in the top-flight next term

Many young talents have impressed for their respective Premier League teams this season - with Crystal Palace's Aaron Wan-Bissaka a prime example, emerging as one of the league's best fullbacks.

Matteo Guendouzi was a rock in Arsenal's midfield, one of the signings of the campaign - while Bournemouth's David Brooks excelled on the south Coast, scoring seven goals and assisting five more after a £15m move from Sheffield United last summer.

These youngsters are all on their way to greatness in their respective careers. With a new season set to start in mid-August, there are more opportunities for youngsters just like them to rise up and shine. So with that in mind, here's a look at three young players to watch out for in next season's top-flight.


#3 Tammy Abraham (Chelsea)

Tammy Abraham has shone out on-loan at Villa, helping them to promotion
Tammy Abraham has shone out on-loan at Villa, helping them to promotion

Tammy Abraham joined Aston Villa on-loan from Chelsea at the start of the 18/19 campaign, helping him gain more valuable first-team experience and back in the Championship setting - where he flourished at Bristol City back in 16/17.

He has been in red-hot form again this term, as the Villains' top goalscorer with 25, just four behind leading marksman Teemu Pukki. He played an influential role in helping Dean Smith's men earn promotion back into the Premier League.

Having revealed he's ready to return to Chelsea and give his all for the team, he also refused to rule out other possibilities regarding his future - dropping the usual "never know what could happen" line when quizzed on his future after their Playoff Final win over Derby.

It will be interesting to see how things play out as the Blues face a transfer ban this summer and will be forced to make use of the vast squad depth they have, that are yet to be given a chance centre-stage. With that in mind, this could prove Tammy's golden opportunity to assert his first-team credentials back in west London.

#2 Jack Grealish (Aston Villa)

Jack Grealish captained Aston Villa to a 2-1 play-off final win over Derby County last weekend
Jack Grealish captained Aston Villa to a 2-1 play-off final win over Derby County last weekend

Just like Abraham, Jack Grealish played an instrumental role in securing Aston Villa's return to the Premier League. Having been there from the tender age of six, it meant the world to him helping earn their promotion - not least after indecision over his long-term future last summer.

Champions League finalists Tottenham were heavily interested in acquiring the midfielder and reportedly had two bids rejected for his services, as Villa were unwilling to sell their prized asset just days before the deadline and were justified in doing so.

An excellent passer and dribbler, he dictates the tempo of games and is the heartbeat of this current Villa side - where he leads by example as their club captain. He netted six goals and created seven more assists in the division, so will be expected to take the top-flight by storm on his return next term: whether that be at Villa or elsewhere in the league.

#1 Dean Henderson (Manchester United)

Dean Henderson has excelled for Sheffield United and will be expected to continue his good form in the PL
Dean Henderson has excelled for Sheffield United and will be expected to continue his good form in the PL

Manchester United's Dean Henderson was sent out on-loan to Sheffield United, with first-team opportunities understandably slim at Old Trafford with David de Gea and Sergio Romero the top two goalkeeping options.

He quickly became a hit with the club and fans in Sheffield, featuring in all of their 46 league fixtures - keeping an impressive 21 clean sheets, meaning he didn't concede in 45.7% of matches.

With reports suggesting de Gea will be on the move this summer, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could consider bringing in Henderson as a ready-made replacement, either as the new first-choice or welcome competition for Romero. With his brilliant displays at Bramall Lane, there is no doubting his abilities. However, he could also return to the newly-promoted side after proving invaluable in their Championship success.

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Edited by Mosope Ominiyi