# Next Generation 2026 talents

> Premier League clubs showcase 20 young stars born 2009-2010.
- Title: Next Generation 2026 talents · the Guardian | Shortify
- Summary: Premier League clubs showcase 20 young stars born 2009-2010. Premier League clubs identify 20 top talents born between September 1 2009 and August 31 2010…
- Keywords: next generation 2026, premier league, young talents, football, clubs, talents, sports, Next, Generation, 2026, the Guardian
- Source: the Guardian — https://theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2026/oct/05/next-generation-2026-20-of-the-best-talents-at-premier-league-clubs
- Published: 2026-10-05T09:31:42+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: next generation 2026, premier league, young talents, football, clubs, talents, sports
## Next Generation 2026
The Guardian picks the best young talents at each Premier League club born between September 1 2009 and August 31 2010.
## First-year scholars
This age band is known as first-year scholars for their development phase in the Premier League.
## Historical context
The Guardian has tracked these talents since 2014 with previous classes from 2014 to 2024.
## Previous classes
The Guardian previously identified talents for classes of 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000.
## Player tracking
The Guardian tracks the progress of these talents through their development classes from 2014 to 2024.
## Key takeaway

Premier League clubs identify 20 top talents born between September 1 2009 and August 31 2010 for next generation 2026.