Next Generation 2026: 6 Africans on the list of the world's best talents

The British daily newspaper, “The Guardian”, has published a list of the 60 best talents in the world born in 2009.

The famous British newspaper publishes an annual list of the world's most promising players.

Discover the 6 Africans included in “The Guardian”'s list of the world's best talents.

Hubert Yao Kouassi

Gervinho's brother currently plays in Côte d’Ivoire with San Pedro's U17 team.

Aged 16, the promising left winger is set to join Danish club Nordsjaell at the age of majority, according to specialist website Transfermarkt.

He has made 3 appearances for the Éléphanteaux, scoring just one goal.

Ismaël Kamissoko

The young defensive midfielder currently plays in Mali for the Académie des Etoiles du Mandé.

He is already being monitored by several European clubs who hope to sign him once he reaches the age of majority.

He particularly impressed during the last Africa Cup of Nations (U17 AFCON), which was won by Senegal.

Ebenezar Harcourt

The 16-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper is a product of Sporting Lagos FC, which plays in the top flight.

During the current season, he has played 6 matches in the domestic league, conceding 7 goals and keeping 2 clean sheets.

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He was also selected for the local national team in 2025 and took part in the African Nations Championship (CHAN).

Abdellah Ouazane

The Moroccan midfielder was promoted to Ajax Amsterdam's first team at the end of last season.

He made 13 appearances for the Amsterdam-based club, recording one goal and three assists.

Abdellah Ouazane's market value is estimated at eight million euros by specialist website Transfermarkt.

Cheikh Dieng

The 17-year-old Senegalese defender currently plays for local club Diambars FC.

After putting in solid performances for Senegal's youth teams, he has attracted the attention of several European clubs.

He has made 11 appearances for the U17 national team, scoring one goal.

Slim Bouaskar

The Tunisian goalkeeper is a product of AS Roma's academy and has previously had the opportunity to train with the first team.

During the current season, he played two matches, conceding six goals and keeping no clean sheets.

Aged 17, he has made six appearances for the Carthage Eagles, conceding six goals.

Imed Ben Amara |

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Imed Ben Amara - bilingual sports writer and web editor with experience in football content creation. Since 2021, he has contributed to Foot Africa, providing news coverage and analysis.

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