Ligue 1 young Players To Look Out For in the 2022/2023

As we all know, the French top flight has produced some of the brightest prospects in world football. Ligue 1 is one of the top five football leagues in the world. This league, dominated by Paris Saint-Germain, is never without entertainment.

It is home to world-class players such as Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, Lionel Messi and more. It also produced many outstanding players who went on to become legends of the game. The list includes players such as N’Golo Kante, Eden Hazard, Robert Pires, Fabinho, Bernardo Silva, Didier Drogba and more.

5. Lucas Gourna (AS Saint- Etienne)
Saint-Etienne’s academy has produced players such as Alan Saint-Maximi, Wesley Fofana and William Saliba. Now, Lucas Gourna will be looking to make his impact. He is considered the new Paul Pogba, although his defensive skills are considered better than the former Manchester United star.

Gourna also spent a few years at US Torcy, a club known for its youth development. Clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea are currently monitoring the teenager’s situation and are keen to sign him. He made 31 league appearances last season.

4. Malo Gusto (Olympic Lyonnais)
Olympique Lyon has produced some great talent over the years, and Malo Gusto is one of them. The right-back is the youngest defender to start a league game for the club since Samuel Umtiti in 2012. Manager Peter Bosz spoke highly of the 18-year-old.

He made 30 league appearances and six Europa League appearances for him last season. In addition to defense, Gusto also has a strong offensive ability. Having worked as a midfielder in the past, he can prove he is a versatile player with a bright future. Last season, he contributed five assists in all competitions.

3. Xavi Simmons (PSG)
The Netherlands international made a splash at Barcelona’s La Masia academy. However, he has been unable to break into the first team at Paris Saint-Germain since his move to France in 2019. He impressed in the UEFA Youth League and finally got some games from early 2022 under manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Reports have suggested that the striker has left the club, but it looks like he could renew his contract and stay at the Parc des Princes. He is expected to leave on loan after his contract extension.

2. Rayan Cherki (Olympic Lyonnais)
Cherki is considered one of Olympique Lyonnais’ greatest academy products. He gets this kind of praise even though a player like Karim Benzema is one of their graduates. The 18-year-old is an excellent playmaker. He has great ball handling, although his defense is not that great.

Clubs such as Real Madrid are eyeing Cherki. He scored 2 goals and assisted 3 times in the Europa League last season. The winger has also scored four goals in his first three appearances for the France U-21s.

1. Nuno Mendes (PSG)
Nuno Mendes is on the list of top young players. The Portuguese has always been a standout player for Paris Saint-Germain. He showed great potential at an early age. The left-back position has always been an issue for Paris Saint-Germain. Players such as Layvin Kurzawa and Juan Bernat were unable to reach their full potential at the club and their performances never stood out.

Mendes looks like a player who could help change that. He arrived on loan from Sporting Lisbon in 2021, and Paris Saint-Germain has made a permanent move ahead of the 2022-23 season.

 

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