The English Premier League is known for its fast-paced, high-quality football, and the 2024-2025 season promises to be no different.
With teams constantly looking to strengthen their squads with talented players from around the world, there are always exciting new stars to watch out for.
From Arsenal’s Ethan Nwaneri to Manchester United’s Toby Collyer, here are the top ten new players to keep an eye on in the upcoming EPL season:
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1. Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal
Ethan has secured his place in the Premier League record books, and this season could see him becoming a more regular feature in Arsenal’s starting lineup.
The versatile midfielder who is considered as one of Arsenal’s best academy products, made history as the Premier League’s youngest ever player when he made his debut at the age of 15 years and 181 days against Brentford in September 2022.
2. Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa
Another player to keep an eye on is the 22-year-old Morgan Rodgers who joined Villa in the January transfer window from Middlesbrough.
Aston Villa had a promising glimpse of Morgan Rogers’ abilities during the 2023/24 season.
He quickly adapted to the Premier League under Unai Emery and went from a substitute to a regular starter in a short span of time.
Rogers demonstrated his impact with three goals and one assist in five matches during the final month of the season.
3. Yankuba Minteh of Brighton
The Gambia national winger has made a promising move to Brighton & Hove Albion this summer after a successful season with Feyenoord in the Eredivisie.
Minteh caught the eye of Brighton who secured his services for a reported £30million after scoring ten goals and creating six assists for his former club.
He has already shown his ability with impressive performances in pre-season matches for the Premier League club.
4. Tim Iroegbunam of Everton
The 21-year-old Nigerian descent transfered to Everton for £9million on June 22, 2024.
Timothy possesses a strong ability to sense danger and he is a reliable passer who has the physical qualities to cover the pitch effectively. These attributes are likely to be highly beneficial for Everton and fans should keep an eye on him.
5. Omari Hutchinson of Ipswich Town
Omari is a skilful and left-footed winger Omari who has been a highly anticipated prospect for years for the newly promoted club Ipswich Town.
After progressing through the academies of Charlton Athletic, Arsenal, and Chelsea, Hutchinson now has the opportunity to prove himself in the Premier League with Ipswich Town.
Last season, on loan from Chelsea, the 20-year-old played a crucial role in Ipswich’s promotion success, scoring 10 goals and providing six assists.
His performance in key moments towards the end of the campaign impressed the Ipswich faithful, leading to his permanent transfer to the club this summer.
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6. Trey Nyoni of Liverpool
The youngster caught the eye of new Liverpool head coach Arne Slot with his impressive performances during the team’s US tour, showcasing his maturity, skill, and bravery in possession.
The 17-year-old joined Liverpool from Leicester City last summer. He is a promising talent fans should watch out for this season.
7. James McAtee of Manchester City
McAtee stood out in a struggling Sheffield United side last season with three goals and three assists and has returned to Etihad Stadium.
The 21-year-old attacking midfielder, known for his flashes of talent, is expected to have a promising season ahead with most successful manager Pep Guardiola.
8. Ronnie Edwards of Southampton
Edwards has been a highly touted talent since his debut for Peterborough at just 17 years old in 2020.
The Englishman has finally made the leap to the Premier League with Southampton this summer.
Joining a club where he has a genuine chance of playing regularly and fitting well into manager Russell Martin’s ball-playing style, Edwards may have ample opportunities to demonstrate his defensive prowess at Southampton.
9. Mikey Moore of Tottenham
The promising young talent has been generating excitement among fans and experts alike with his impressive performance for Spurs.
Having been with the club since he was just nine years old, Moore quickly rose through the ranks and made history as the youngest ever Premier League player for Tottenham at just 16 years and 277 days old when he debuted against Manchester City in May.
Moore is one of the standout talents in a talented group of up-and-coming players at the club that fans shouldn’t miss to watch.
10. Toby Collyer of Manchester United
Collyer seems poised to be the next promising young player to emerge under Dutch manager Erik Ten Hag.
After the team’s victories in the EFL Cup and FA Cup in 2023, Collyer was given a pep talk by Ten Hag during the celebrations, much like Mainoo before him.
The fact that Ten Hag singled him out is a clear indicator of how highly he is regarded by the Dutch manager. Collyer, aged 20, has been prominently featured in pre-season matches, with the honor of wearing the captain’s armband against Rosenborg.
