Rising Stars: Ten Teenagers Set to Shine in the Champions League

Thu Sep 18 2025 10:50:15 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

The Champions League is back, and this season features a wave of young talent eager to make their mark on European football. Meet ten teenagers whose skills and potential have fans buzzing.

This year's Champions League showcases an array of teenage talent. Among them is Jorrel Hato of Chelsea, Jobe Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund, and more. As the tournament kicks off, these young players aim to leave their imprint on Europe's biggest club competition.

Rising Stars: Ten Teenagers Set to Shine in the Champions League

The Champions League returns this season with ten promising teenage players hungry to establish themselves on the biggest European stage. Last year's standout stars such as Desire Doue and Lamine Yamal have set high expectations for this year's crop of talent.

Each team will showcase exceptional young players, including Chelsea's Jorrel Hato, Borussia Dortmund's Jobe Bellingham, and Liverpool's Rio Ngumoha. These players bring exceptional skill and flair that fans are eager to see in action starting this week.

Vasilije Adzic (Juventus)

Age: 19 | Position: Midfielder | Nationality: Montenegrin

Joining Juventus at just 16, Adzic made his debut and already has experience in both league and Champions League play.

Jobe Bellingham (Borussia Dortmund)

Age: 19 | Position: Midfielder | Nationality: English

Like his brother Jude, Jobe has made a significant move to Dortmund from Sunderland and has already shown promise in international competitions.

Claudio Echeverri (Bayer Leverkusen, on loan from Manchester City)

Age: 19 | Position: Attacking Midfielder/Winger | Nationality: Argentine

Echeverri's impressive performances at River Plate have translated into high expectations as he takes his talents to Leverkusen this season.

Jorrel Hato (Chelsea)

Age: 19 | Position: Defender | Nationality: Dutch

With more than 120 games under his belt, Hato's experience and playmaking ability from the back has already garnered attention.

George Ilenikhena (Monaco)

Age: 19 | Position: Striker | Nationality: Nigerian/French

Ilenikhena's ability to score in the Champions League at a young age positions him as one to watch for Monaco.

Franco Mastantuono (Real Madrid)

Age: 18 | Position: Midfielder | Nationality: Argentine

Mastantuono's recent transfer to Real Madrid highlights his potential, with a debut on the horizon.

Senny Mayulu (Paris St-Germain)

Age: 19 | Position: Midfielder | Nationality: French

Boasting multiple Ligue 1 titles already, Mayulu’s role at PSG only continues to grow as he impacts in crucial matches.

Rio Ngumoha (Liverpool)

Age: 17 | Position: Winger/Attacking Midfielder | Nationality: English

Fast and skillful, Ngumoha became Liverpool's youngest scorer last season and will be gunning for more this year.

Ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal)

Age: 18 | Position: Attacking Midfielder/Winger | Nationality: English

After breaking multiple records at a young age and helping England U21s and Arsenal, Nwaneri looks ready for a breakout tournament.

Geovany Quenda (Sporting)

Age: 18 | Position: Winger/Wing-Back | Nationality: Portuguese

Quenda's transfer to Chelsea and his performance at the European tournament highlights his rising profile.

As we look ahead, excitement builds to see how these young talents will perform in the UEFA Champions League this season. With a mix of experience and exuberance, they are set to take over European football.