Premier League scouts will be keeping a close eye on the Under-21 Euros, which are being co-hosted by Georgia and Romania over the next two weeks. The tournament features some of Europe’s hottest young talent, with several players already on the radar of top-flight clubs.
Liverpool and Newcastle are expected to track France’s progress in Group D, where they will find two midfield targets in Khephren Thuram and Manu Kone. Both players, aged 22, are admired by Jurgen Klopp and Eddie Howe. Spain’s Gabri Veiga is another player to watch, having scored 11 goals from midfield for Celta Vigo last season.
Bayern Munich’s Ryan Gravenberch, 21, is another target for Klopp, who may also be interested in Holland’s progress in Group A. Tottenham are looking at Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, while Chelsea have their eye on Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini.
Italy boast several high-profile players, including Willy Gnonto, 19, who is likely to move following Leeds’ relegation, and AC Milan’s Sandro Tonali, 23, who Newcastle are also chasing. Left-back Destiny Udogie, 20, returns to Udinese this summer after being signed by Spurs in August.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is monitoring the progress of France’s Mohamed Simakan, 23, of RB Leipzig, as he looks to strengthen his defence. Other top talents on show include Borussia Dortmund’s Youssoufa Moukoko, 18, and AC Milan’s Sandro Tonali, 23.
England also boast a number of top talents, including Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal, who is looking to kick-start his career following a frustrating season with injury. Morgan Gibbs-White, Anthony Gordon, Curtis Jones and Noni Madueke are all players to watch.
Overall, the Under-21 Euros offer Premier League scouts a chance to spot the next generation of talent and identify potential transfer targets. With so many talented players on show, it promises to be an exciting tournament for fans and clubs alike.
Headings:
– Premier League scouts eye Under-21 Euros
– Liverpool and Newcastle tracking French midfielders
– Spain’s Gabri Veiga attracts attention
– Klopp interested in Bayern Munich’s Ryan Gravenberch
– Tottenham and Chelsea eye goalkeepers and defenders
– Italy boast several high-profile players
– Arsenal monitoring Mohamed Simakan
– England boast top talents