Top 5 youngsters to watch out for at the FIFA World Cup 2014

With the greatest sporting spectacle in the world just weeks away, official squads of almost all playing nations have been announced amidst great fanfare.There have been certain shocking exclusions from the squads such as Frances inexplicable decision to drop Samir Nasri or Argentinas shocking selection of Franco Di Santo ahead of veteran Carlos Tevez.But the most encouraging aspect of all the World Cup squads is the massive faith placed in the youth, with a number of star young players willing to prove their hunger and fulfill their potential at the grandest stage of them all.Managers and scouts of all leading European clubs will keep a keen eye on these future match winners in order to bag them before their market value inflates astronomically.This article takes a look at the top 5 young footballers aged 21 or below, who are expected to make a massive impactandlead their respective nations to World Cup glory. There may be better players than the ones on this list, but this has been formulated by solely taking into account the expected impact of the player on his team.

#6 Ross Barkley - Midfielder, England

After a stellar season in the Barclays Premier League with Everton, 20 year old Ross Barkley is sure to turn quite a few heads in Brazil. A dynamic midfielder with pace in abundance, Barkley is one of the most complete players in Englands World Cup squad, despite his tender years.

Several man of the match performances this season have led to many plaudits for the prodigal scouser, with Everton manager Roberto Martinez going as far as saying that Barkley is a perfect mix of legendary midfielders Paul Gascoigne and Michael Ballack.

With complete box to box attributes like intense tackling ability, immense stamina, good shooting ability with both feet, great dribbling skills and an amazing vision to create precise chances for his teammates, Ross Barkley is surely one to look out for this summer.

Alternative players in the same position : Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard, Adam Lallana, James Milner
Quotes : Hes very special, he's an incredible football diamond. Roberto Martinez

"Nothing fazes him. He has a hell of a lot of ability and is young. He will be a top player for the club. Leighton Baines