5 most in-form U-23 players in Europe so far this season
The 2022-23 campaign across all top European leagues has been fascinating and full of action so far. Several teams like Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain and Napoli have already established themselves as title contenders. However, teams like Liverpool, Juventus and Lyon have struggled to remain consistent in their respective leagues.
Top players across clubs have understandably stolen the limelight for their exploits this season. They have been justifying their top dollar salaries and have been amongst the goals. However, along with the usual names, several U-23 players have also been in the limelight this season. They have announced themselves by showing maturity and quality way beyond their years in this campaign.
In this article, we will look at five of the most in-form U-23 players in Europe this season. Without further ado, let's look at them.
#5 Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
The 21-year-old has been outstanding in attack for the Gunners and he's arguably one of the players behind Arsenal's resurgence this season.
Saka has netted four goals and has registered five assists in 11 Premier League appearances for Arsenal so far. Furthermore, he has netted one goal in five UEFA Europa League games this season.
4 goals
4 assists
Bukayo Saka's form in the last 7 games 🔥🔥
⚽ 4 goals
🅰️ 4 assists https://t.co/2FF7KP99sw
The Englishman is the youngest Arsenal player ever to score 20 goals and register 20 assists in the Premier League.
It feels like Bukayo Saka breaks a new Arsenal record every week… #afc https://t.co/rBotZKu01Q
Saka's consistency is vital for Mikel Arteta in the Premier League title challenge. His decent performances so far have put him in strong contention to feature for England in the forthcoming FIFA World Cup in November. It will be fascinating to see if he will maintain his fine form at the World Cup.
#4 Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich)
The 19-year-old is arguably one of the best performing youngsters in Europe this season and his presence in attack has been vital for Bayern Munich.
Musiala has netted seven goals and has registered five assists in 11 Bundesliga appearances this season. Furthermore, he has registered two assists in four UEFA Champions League appearances so far.
10 goals this season for Jamal Musiala 🤩 https://t.co/1AbpV18LkL
The Germany international's goal in Bayern Munich's 6-2 win against Mainz on the 29 October implies that he has now exceeded his best ever scoring tally in a Bundesliga season.
goals later. @JamalMusiala 
7️⃣ goals later. @JamalMusiala
The young German has now exceeded his best ever goal tally in a Bundesliga season for @FCBayernEN. ✨
#FCBM05 | #Bundesliga | #MD12 https://t.co/yWuV6VZ8ks
Musiala remains a key player in attack for Julian Nagelsmann and it will be fascinating to see what his goal tally is at the end of the 2022-23 season.
His decent form has put him in a strong position to feature for Germany in the forthcoming FIFA World Cup. Musiala is most likely to feature for Germany in midfield and his presence is crucial for Hansi Flick.
#3 Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Napoli)
The 21-year old is arguably one of the best performing youngsters across Europe's top five leagues this season and his presence has been extremely fruitful for Napoli.
Kvaratskhelia has netted six goals and has registered seven assists in 12 Serie A appearances so far. Furthermore, he has netted two goals and has registered three assists in four Champions League appearances this season.
#Napoli
Two assists and one goal for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia today. ⭐️🇬🇪 #Napoli
6 goals, 5 assist in #SerieA 🇮🇹
2 goals, 3 assists in #UCL 🇪🇺
Reminder: Napoli signed ‘Kvara’ for €10m from Dinamo Batuni. https://t.co/JZAt5PWtUm
Kvaratskhelia is Napoli's top scorer and has registered the most assists for his team this season.
◉ Most goals scored for Napoli this season: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
◉ Most assists provided for Napoli this season: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
This kid is special. 😘 https://t.co/gsDpLEtAe4
If he maintains his consistency, the Partenopei stand a great chance of winning the Serie A title at the end of the 2022-23 season. They are currently atop the table with a five-point lead over second-placed Atalanta.
Kvaratskhelia will however miss the upcoming World Cup competition due to Georgia's failure to book a spot in the competition. There's no doubt that he would have set the stage alight at football's grandest stage.
#2 Jonathan David (Lille)
The 22-year-old has been one of the best performing players in Europe this season and his composure in front of goal has been outstanding.
David has netted nine goals and has registered three assists in 13 Ligue 1 appearances for Lille this season.
Jonathan David's 22/23 stats for Lille (Ligue 1):
• 11 appearances
• 9 goals
• 3 assists
Joint 2nd goalscorer, just 1 goal behind Mbappé. Only 22-years-old. Great talent. 🌟 https://t.co/EmIoNgaXAq
The Canada international has the most shots deemed unsavable in Ligue 1 this season.
Messi ❌
Mbappe ❌
Neymar ❌
7 - Jonathan David has the most shots deemed unsavable by the goalkeeper in Ligue 1 this season 🎯🇨🇦 https://t.co/Xq978RgY9S
David is a crucial attacker for Canada in the upcoming FIFA World Cup and is sure to make a difference for them in the competition. It will be fascinating to see if he can extend his fine form in the world Cup.
#1 Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
The 22-year-old has arguably been the best attacker in Europe this season and his contributions have been pivotal for Manchester City.
Haaland has netted 17 goals and has registered three assists in 11 Premier League appearances so far. Furthermore, he has netted five goals in four Champions League appearances this season.
Most combined goals and assist in the Premier League this season:
🥇 - Erling Haaland - 20
🥈 - Kevin de Bruyne - 12
🥉 - Harry Kane - 11
Only 8 behind Haaland. 🙃 https://t.co/pFnT0HyWUR
The Norwegian has netted a goal in his last seven home games for Manchester City and has been lethal in front of goal against all oppositions.
Seven straight home games with a goal for Erling Haaland 💪 https://t.co/XQmSde9KvR
It will be interesting to see if he emerges as the Premier League Golden Boot winner at the end of the 2022-23 campaign.
Haaland will miss the World Cup due to Norway's failure to qualify for the tournament. His presence in the competition will be greatly missed as he's highly regarded as one of the most prolific strikers in the world.