Tottenham U21 starlet starting to turn heads
Tottenham Hotspur are steadily carving a reputation as a club where young talents can flourish under the leadership of Australian boss Ange Postecoglou.
From smart signings to homegrown prospects, the North London side is blending youth with experience to build a promising future.
Recent additions like Pape Matar Sarr, Destiny Udogie, Archie Gray, and Lucas Bergvall have already made their mark on the first-team setup.
Tottenham U21 starlet starting to turn heads
Meanwhile, academy products Mikey Moore and Will Lankshear have also been integrated into the senior squad this season.
Other rising stars, such as Jamie Donley and Alfie Devine, are waiting in the wings, with the potential to shine under Ange Postecoglou’s guidance.
One standout name catching attention is Yusuf Akhamrich, a 19-year-old winger from Tottenham’s Under-21 team.
His recent performances have fans and pundits buzzing about his potential.
Born in Tower Hamlets, London, in 2005, Akhamrich has steadily climbed the ranks at Spurs. He showcased his flair last Friday with a spectacular hat-trick in Tottenham U21’s 6-1 win over Middlesbrough.
A versatile player, Akhamrich excels on both wings and can also slot into a left-back role.
After signing his first professional contract over the summer, Akhamrich has delivered impressive numbers.
This season, he has scored four goals and provided one assist in nine Premier League 2 matches. His success extends beyond club football, as he has also earned call-ups to Morocco’s U20 national team.
Yusuf Akhamrich: the next big thing?
Akhamrich’s talent hasn’t gone unnoticed by Postecoglou. The young winger was recently spotted training with Tottenham’s first team, hinting at his potential inclusion in future senior squads.
In years past, only a few academy players, such as Harry Kane and Oliver Skipp, managed to break into Tottenham’s first team.
This are Akhamrich's statistics for the current season 2024/2025:
Competition | Matches | Goals |
---|---|---|
Premier League 2, Division 1 | 9 | 4 |
England National League Cup | 2 | 1 |
Football League Trophy | 3 | 0 |
* Data provided by SofaScore
However, Postecoglou’s arrival has marked a shift in philosophy. His willingness to give youth a chance is opening doors for talented youngsters like Akhamrich to shine.
The goal is clear: to transform the sporadic promotion of academy players into a steady flow of homegrown talent making their mark at the top level.
For Tottenham fans, this renewed focus on youth development is an exciting glimpse into a future where their club’s stars are just as likely to come from the academy as from high-profile transfers.