Best English Premier League Debuts
Here's a look at 10 of the best English Premier League debuts.Not to judge a book by its cover, but debuts can tell a lot about a footballer. If a player wants to make a mark for his new club, what better day to do it than his debut. Fans won't be pinning any great expecations on the new face at their club, and the debutantcan use this moment to put up a memorable show. But English Premier League debutants are not always that lucky. Big-money signings arriving to ply their trade in EPL can fear for a shaky start. Many a time players signed with a lot of expectations have failed to impress on their EPL debut and ultimately in the remaining years. Have a look:
#10 Robbie Keane for Coventry City v Derby County (1999)
The all-time record goalscorer for Ireland knows how to make an impact. Starting as a youth product of Wolverhampton Wanderers, Keane went on to make his debut for the Wolves at just 17 years of age. Impressing at the Molineux, Keane attracted interest from several clubs, before joining Coventry City in the 1999-2000 EPL season. The £6 million pad for him was then a British record transfer for a teenager. And the Irishman proved to be a superb buy as he netted a brace on debut against Derby County. The teenager netted 12 goals on his debut EPL season as Inter Milan came knocking. The Italian giants were awed by the teenage striker and sealed a £13 million move to Inter.