UEFA U21 EURO 2025: Bellingham, Elliott, Torre & Mattsen
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The UEFA U21 Championship 2025 will feature future stars like Jobe Bellingham, Harvey Elliott, Mathys Tel, Paul Wanner, Wilfried Gnonto, Pablo Torre, Jorrel Hato and Ian Maatsen.
As the next generation of football icons grace Europe's grandest youth stage, the UEFA U21 Championship 2025, India's premier destination for global football, promises a glimpse into the future of the sport.
Here are some future stars playing for top clubs, many already making waves globally, that every football fan should watch out for:
Jobe Bellingham | Age: 19 | Position: Midfielder | Club: Borussia Dortmund
Jude Bellingham's younger brother, Jobe, is a burgeoning creative force. Composed and intelligent on the ball, his maturity defies his age. Possessing exceptional ball control and tactical awareness, he is on the cusp of a major transfer and a potential senior England call-up.
A key figure in Liverpool's squad, Elliott combines streetwise flair with an unwavering work ethic. A previous U21 EURO champion, he brings experience, leadership, and game-changing creativity to the U21s.
Mathys Tel | Age: 19 | Position: Forward | Club: Tottenham Hotspur
Explosive, fearless, and clinical, Tel is a striker built for the spotlight. Having impressed in the Bundesliga and now at Spurs, he embodies the new wave of French attackers: electrifying and impossible to overlook.
Once Bayern Munich's youngest debutant, Wanner is developing into a commanding midfield presence. His precise passing and vision allow him to orchestrate play like a seasoned professional, representing the future of Germany's midfield.
Already a senior international for Italy, Gnonto is a dynamic forward with dazzling footwork and fierce determination. He injects charisma and edge into every attack, capable of producing game-changing moments and spectacular goals.
Pablo Torre | Age: 21 | Position: Midfielder | Club: Barcelona
A classic playmaker with modern sensibilities, Torre operates with vision and grace. Considered one of Barcelona's most promising young midfielders, he combines the famed La Masia touch with a desire to lead Spain's next generation.
Jorrel Hato | Age: 18 | Position: Defender | Club: Ajax
Composed under pressure and commanding in defence, Hato occasionally captains Ajax—a remarkable achievement at his age. His positional awareness and leadership qualities suggest a long and successful international career.
Ian Maatsen | Age: 23 | Position: Left-back | Club: Aston Villa (on loan from Chelsea)
A modern full-back with attacking flair and defensive diligence, Maatsen has impressed in both the Premier League and Europe. Versatile and composed, he brings valuable top-level experience to a promising Dutch squad.
Witness The Future Of Football ⚽️From England's Jobe Bellingham and Harvey Elliott, to Portugal's Geovany Quenda, Spain's Gerard Martín, and Netherlands' Ian Maatsen, the next generation of superstars are in action at the UEFA Under-21 European Championship ⭐️
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