The list is led by Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham. In second place is Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior, with another Real Madrid player, Kylian Mbappé, in third.

1. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
2. Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
3. Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid, loaned by PSG during the 2023/2024 season)
4. Rodri (Manchester City)
5. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
6. Toni Kroos (Real Madrid, retirement)
7. Phil Foden (Manchester City)
8. Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
9. Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid)
10. Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan)
11. Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
12. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
13. Fede Valverde (Real Madrid)
14. Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
15. Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao)
16. Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
17. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)
18. Rodrygo (Real Madrid)
19. Cody Steel (Liverpool)
20. Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich)

This ranking features a strong representation of Real Madrid, with several of its key players occupying prominent positions. The list also includes notable talents from other top clubs, such as Manchester City, Bayern Munich and Liverpool, showcasing the depth of quality in European football.

The mix of established stars and promising young talents reflects the diverse and competitive landscape of today’s generation of elite footballers. As the game continues to evolve, these rankings shine a spotlight on the players who are shaping the future of the sport and who are set to dominate the world stage in the years to come.