5 Potential Candidates for the FIFA Young Player Award 2018

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Youri Tielemans - Belgium

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Youri Tielemans is one of the most exciting midfield prodigies recently produced by Belgium. Tielemans joined his neighborhood club RSC Anderlecht at an early age of 5 and just over a decade later signed a professional contract at the age of 16. His exceptional talent and his vision with the ball make him an outstanding playmaker.

At Anderlecht, Tielemans consistently provided remarkable performances and was instrumental for the Brussels club, as they won 2 Belgian Pro Leagues in 4 years. With 35 goals and 32 assists before his 20th birthday, Tielemans was touted as one of the hottest young midfield talents in Europe.

More recently, he has joined AS Monaco in a deal which could be considered a bargain in the current transfer market. His playing style can be compared to Frank Lampard due to the similar playing technique and a sharp eye for football. Though he hasn't lit up the Ligue 1 this season, with Belgium he has the perfect opportunity to set the world on fire.

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