3 young talents who’ve gone from youth team players to regular first team starters in less than a year!!

Every young player dreams of representing their childhood club. Transitioning from youth to a regular first-team player is a remarkable achievement and a dream come true. These three players are considered generational talents, and fans believe they can create a lasting legacy at their clubs. 

Supporters hope these young stars will stay humble despite their rising fame. Kobbie Maino of Manchester United quickly became a starter under Erik Ten Hag at just 16 years old, generating significant buzz. Lewis Miley of Newcastle, a starter under Eddie Howe, consistently delivers performances beyond his years.

 Lastly, Yamine Yamal, an exciting talent from La Masia, has captured attention since his debut against Real Betis. Explore this article to discover what sets these players apart and how they secured spots in the first-team lineup within a year.

1. Yamine Yamal of Fc Barcelona(16 years of age)

Lamine Yamal for Fc Barcelona 

Yamal made his debut for Barcelona's first team against Real Betis on 29 April 2023, coming on as a substitute for GAVI in the 83rd minute during a 4-0 victory in La Liga. Despite his brief time on the field, Yamal managed to take a shot on target, making him the youngest player to feature for Barcelona's senior team at the age of 15 years, 9 months, and 16 days.

Lamine Yamal for Spain 

 Yamal later represented the Spain national team in youth competitions, and in the following 2023/2024 season, he earned his first start for Barcelona at the age of 16. Despite facing tough competition, Yamal consistently performed well at Camp Nou, leading to his first call-up to the national team at 16 years old. He went on to become the youngest goal scorer in Spain's history during a match against Cyprus, surpassing the record set by his injured teammate, GAVI.

Yamine Yamal has solidified his position as a key starter on Barcelona's first team, despite facing tough competition. He made history by scoring his first goal for Barcelona on October 8th against Granada, becoming the youngest player to achieve this milestone in La Liga. 

His remarkable performances against top teams in the UEFA Champions League and La Liga at just 16 years old are truly remarkable. Yamine Yamal has already contributed to 8 goals this season with 2 goals and 5 assists, an impressive feat for someone of his age. Barcelona fans are hopeful that he will continue to enhance 

his goal-scoring skills as he did in the youth leagues. At the young age of 16, he has also scored 2 goals for the Spain national team, showcasing his exceptional talent.

2. Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United(18 years of old)

Kobbie Mainoo of Man United.

Kobbie Maino, an 18-year-old English professional born in 2005, has solidified his position as a key starter in Erik Ten Hag's first team. Maino, a product of Manchester United's youth system, was awarded the Jimmy Murphy Young Player of the Year in 2023. He marked his debut in the first team during an EFL Cup match in January 2023.

The young midfielder has impressed with his performances against top teams such as Liverpool, Everton in EPL games  and Arsenal game during preseason games. Despite being sidelined by an injury that forced him to miss the start of the 2023/2024 season, he made a strong comeback. He showcased his skills against Liverpool at Anfield and even faced a UEFA Champions League team before Manchester United's early exit from the group stages.

Mainoo celebrating the goal against Wolves 

 Kobbie Maino has emerged as a promising talent at Old Trafford, following in the footsteps of Garnacho. He scored his first-team goal against Newport County, fulfilling a childhood dream. A standout moment in his career came when he netted his first Premier League goal in injury time against Wolves, securing a crucial win for Ten Hag's side. 

Since his return from injury, Maino has solidified his position as a first-team starter, outperforming competition from players like Eriksen, Amrabat, and Casemiro. His talent and strong mindset have quickly established him as a key player within a year of his first-team debut. Maino is viewed as the future of Manchester United, and the club is expected to nurture his potential. The next significant milestone for Maino would likely be receiving his first national team call-up and representing England in the Euros 2024.

3. Lewis Miley of Newcastle United(17 years Old)

Newcastle has not developed a local talent in quite some time, leading football experts to view them as a team that struggles to nurture players capable of competing in the Premier League. However, Lewis Miley's debut against Bournemouth in February 2018 sparked hope among fans that the club may finally have a promising talent of its own. He signed his first professional contract under Eddie Howe in May 2023, just months after his professional debut.

Lewis Miley of Newcastle United

Lewis Miley made his Premier League debut against Chelsea as a substitute. He has since become a first-team player and regular starter. The English midfielder has established himself as one of the key players under Eddie Howe at Newcastle this season. 

He has made significant contributions to their season with strong performances in the UEFA Champions League and the Premier League, totaling 4 goal contributions, including an assist in the UEFA Champions League at just 17 years old. The future looks bright for this promising player, and England will be hopeful that he will represent the national team in time.

These 3 youngstars are truly impressive and you can’t deny the talent that they have and it is clear that they have what it takes to become one of the best in the world but only time will tell who’s the real deal between these 3 young stars, have your opinion which is one is your favourite and why and who will make it to the very top without a doubt??