Goal takes a look at a group of young stars who could be about to break through into the mainstream over the course of the next few months
The new Premier League season is just hours away, and fans are excited to see their club's latest big-money signings in action.
Perhaps even more satisfying for a supporter, though, is seeing a young player flourish when given the opportunity on the biggest stage.
And so, while the likes of Phil Foden, Morgan Gibbs-White and Callum Hudson-Odoi are household names following their exploits last season, there are a whole host of teenage players ready to kick-start their careers in the coming months.
But who should you be looking out for when the teams are named on opening weekend? Goal breaks down some of the top talents the English top flight has to offer in 2019-20…
Getty ImagesMax Aarons | Norwich City
The most experienced player on this list in terms of senior appearances, the difference for Aarons is that all of his minutes came in the Championship, though the expectation is he will make the step up look effortless.
Despite the presence of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, the 19-year-old has already been touted as a future England international right-back and was linked with Manchester United over the summer.
As impressive going forward as he is defensively, his form will likely dictate whether the Canaries are able to survive under Daniel Farke and re-establish themselves in the Premier League.
AdvertisementGetty ImagesRhian Brewster | Liverpool
The Golden Boot winner as England won the Under-17 World Cup in 2017, Brewster has been beset by serious injuries ever since but is now fit and raring to make up for lost time.
With Daniel Sturridge having departed Anfield and with no replacement having been brought in from elsewhere, the expectation is that the 19-year-old will provide back-up for Liverpool's fabled front three alongside Divock Origi.
Some impressive performances early in pre-season suggested he is ready for that responsibility, and with the increased workload being placed on Jurgen Klopp's side this season he should have plenty of opportunities to make his mark.
Getty ImagesMason Greenwood | Manchester United
One of the biggest talking points of pre-season at Old Trafford has been the emergence of 17-year-old Greenwood as a viable first-team option for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Comfortable on both flanks and through the middle due to his ability with both feet, it would come as a huge shock were he not to make the matchday squad for United's opening game against Chelsea on Sunday.
There have even been some suggesting he be handed a starting berth such has been the impression he has made, and it is unlikely to be long until that comes to fruition.
Getty ImagesKi-Jana Hoever | Liverpool
Having made his Reds debut as a 16-year-old in the FA Cup against Wolves last season, versatile defender Hoever comes into the new campaign as a viable option for Klopp in a number of positions across the backline.
An eye-catching display in Liverpool's final pre-season friendly against Lyon suggested he has what it takes to hold his own against some of Europe's best, and he may well become a regular among the matchday squad as the season wears on.
If injuries were to strike then he may even find himself in the firing line before the campaign is out.