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2026 Golden Boy award finalists announcement

Overview

The Italian newspaper Tuttosport has announced the 25 finalists for the 2026 Golden Boy award, which recognizes the best European football player under the age of 21 based on performances during the 2025/26 season. The shortlist was revealed in Venice and includes 20 players from the Golden Boy Football Benchmark Index and five wildcards.

Barcelona players lead the nominations with three representatives: Pau Cubarsí, Marc Bernal, and Xavi Espart. Cubarsí is identified as a frontrunner following his performance at the World Cup. Other notable nominees include Real Madrid’s Endrick and Yan Diomandé, Manchester City’s Ayyoub Bouaddi, Paris Saint-Germain’s Warren Zaïre-Emery, Chelsea’s Estêvão and Jorrel Hato, and Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly. The Premier League holds the highest representation among single leagues, with eight players included on the list.

International representation includes talents from Spain, Germany, Brazil, France, Greece, and Argentina. Brazilian finalists include Endrick, Estêvão, and Rayan, while Argentina is represented by Gianluca Prestianni and Franco Mastantuono. Lamine Yamal is ineligible after winning the award in 2024.

The winner is selected by a jury of 50 journalists from 27 European countries, representing publications such as France Football, L’Equipe, Marca, and The Times. The voting process is expected to begin in November, with the official award ceremony scheduled for December in Turin, Italy.

Entities

Tuttosport · Pau Cubarsi · Estevão · Franco Mastantuono · Golden Boy Award

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] Tuttosport announced the 25 finalists for the 2026 Golden Boy award. www.gazetaesportiva.com · meridiano.net · www.pulse.com.gh
[● 2 SOURCES] Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí is a leading candidate for the award. meridiano.net · www.pulse.com.gh
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Golden Boy award recognizes the best under-21 football player in Europe. www.gazetaesportiva.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] A jury of 50 journalists from 27 countries will select the winner. www.gazetaesportiva.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The award ceremony is scheduled to take place in Venice, Italy. www.gazetaesportiva.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Three Brazilian players, Endrick, Estêvão, and Rayan, are among the finalists. www.gazetaesportiva.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Real Madrid's Yan Diomande is a top contender alongside Pau Cubarsí. www.pulse.com.gh
[○ 1 SOURCE] The award ceremony is expected to occur in early December. www.gazetaesportiva.com

Timeline

5 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Tuttosport announces 2026 Golden Boy award nominees
Tuttosport has revealed the 25 nominees for the 2026 Golden Boy award, featuring Pau Cubarsí as a favorite and several Premier League players, including Chelsea's Estêvão and Jorrel Hato.
8 days ago

[SPORTS] 41 sources
Golden Boy 2026: Tuttosport announces 25 finalists for top youth award
Tuttosport has unveiled the 25 finalists for the 2026 Golden Boy Award, featuring top under-21 talents like Pau Cubarsí, Endrick, and Ayyoub Bouaddi. The winner will be announced in late 2026.

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