Published 16:59 IST, April 1st 2020

Lionel Messi picks four Premier League players in his top 15 young footballers list

Barcelona star Lionel Messi has named four Premier League youngsters in his list of 15 best young footballers in the world, including the likes of Jadon Sancho.

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Barcelona star Lionel Messi has named 15 best young football stars in world, according to him. While his list includes likes of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star Kylian Mbappe, four Premier League talents also make it to esteemed list. Here's a look at some of talents touted by Barcelona captain as best young stars in world. 

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Lionel Messi top 15 young footballers

According to Daily Star, Lionel Messi named Liverpool defender Trent-Alexander Arld as one of top 15 young footballers in world. England international has emerged as one of prominent members of Jurgen Klopp's side. He played an important role in Barcelona's humiliating semi-final defeat against Liverpool at Anfield last season. 

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Lionel Messi top 15 young footballers include Jadon Sancho

Lionel Messi named former Manchester City star Jadon Sancho as one of best young players in world. Jadon Sancho has been linked with a move to Premier League with Man United as front-runners to sign winger. Jadon Sancho is valued at €130 million by his side and Old Trafford side will have to shell out an equivalent amount to sign player. 

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Mason Mount makes it to Lionel Messi's list

Chelsea youngster Mason Mount has emerged onto scene this season since appointment of Frank Lampard as manr. Mason Mount has netted six goals along with five assists and is considered as a promising young talent in Europe. inclusion of Mason Mount in Lionel Messi's list, refore, did t surprise many. 

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Lionel Messi's list includes Phil Foden

 Lionel Messi has also included Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden in his list. Although Phil Foden has played fewer minutes than or Premier League youngsters, Man City youngster is held in high regard at club. Phil Foden has netted thrice while also bagging seven assists this season. 

16:59 IST, April 1st 2020