Top 5 U-23 players in the Premier League so far this season

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#1 Gabriel Jesus (Manchester City)

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Manchester has found Jesus!

Aged just 20, Jesus is threatening City's all-time leading scorer Sergio Aguero's place in the side when fit. He has all the talent and consistency to become City's ace striker in the near future after joining the club in January thanks to 14 goals in 20 games.

It goes beyond scoring as well with his pace and off-ball positioning allowing Kevin De Bruyne and Leroy Sane to get involved in attack.

The Brazil international has some weaknesses in his game but they haven't been exposed yet. Such has been his form this season that Aguero wasn't missed when he was injured.

When Aguero has played, Jesus has been magnificent with the star, linking up and creating space for the Argentine to excel and filling in when Aguero drags people with him.

He has helped bring fluidity to City's front line which is fearsome for every Premier League opponent and European rivals as well.

The Etihad faithful have a real gem on their turf and it would not be surprising to see Jesus at Real Madrid or Barcelona if City fail in their quest to conquer Europe soon.

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