Bayern's Lennart Karl and Cologne's Saïd El Mala are among a group of five Bundesliga stars listed in the 25-strong shortlist for the prestigious Golden Boy Award, which recognises the most talented youngster under 21 across the football world.
Bayern Munich midfielder Lennart Karl is among five Bundesliga players named to the 25-man shortlist for the prestigious Golden Boy 2026 award. The 18-year-old earned his nomination after a breakthrough season with Bayern, contributing nine goals and eight assists to help his club secure a domestic double. Other Bundesliga nominees include Cologne's Saïd El Mala and VfB Stuttgart's Finn Jeltsch.
Borussia Dortmund summer signings Konstantinos Karetsas and Joane Gadou also made the final shortlist. Former RB Leipzig striker Yan Diomande, who recently transferred to Real Madrid, was nominated as well. The winner of the annual award, which recognizes the best under-21 player in Europe, will be announced in November.
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