World Cup 2018: 5 quality young wingers to look out for

#1 Ousmane Dembélé (France)

Dembélé's scorching pace will be of great benefit to France

Few wingers will be as closely watched at Russia 2018 as Ousmane Dembélé, as he has been one of the most exciting wingers in world football, either playing on the counter or when his side is in possession.

The youngster has risen really fast in less than 4 years as a professional footballer. His performances will be under scrutiny because he is expected to play an integral role in the progress of Les Bleus at the finals.

His pace and ability to take on defenders will be crucial for Didier Deschamp's attacking play as he will be tasked with drawing out fullbacks to create space for Antoine Griezmann and fellow tyro, Kylian Mbappe.

Given how France have played in friendlies, it seems that the manager is leaning towards a frontline of Antione Griezmann, Kylian Mbappe, and Dembélé.

In this set-up, the youngsters will be responsible for stretching the opposition's back-line and ghosting into scoring positions, a role Dembélé looks set to deliver on with aplomb.

He may have had a rough first season at FC Barcelona, but the 20-year-old has looked at home and slotted in seamlessly for Les Bleus.