Top 5: Young stars to watch in the 2016/17 Premier League season

2. Marcus Rashford

In a disappointing season for Louis Van Gaal’s Manchester United, Rashford would have been one of the shining lights.

The Red Devils striker came through their academy and made his debut scoring two goals against FC Midtjylland back in February. The English youngster then went on to score eight times in 18 appearances.

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Rashford also scored on his debut for England this year in a friendly against Australia and was included in ex-England manager Roy Hodgson’s Euro 2016 squad this summer.

There are high hopes surrounding the 18-year-old, but he will face stiff competition from Wayne Rooney, Anthony Martial and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Manager Jose Mourinho isn’t the type of manager to give opportunities to young players but, if he performs as well as last season, the ex-Chelsea boss might not have a choice.

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