Are we currently in a somewhat golden era of graduates? Look I know the big thing about the class if 92 was that they went on to be either top class players or ones that were very good top team squad players and they all came at one time. A bit like the 'La Masia' legend brought on by Xavi, Iniesta, Busquets and Messi they created an aura around the academy and what success looks like from a youth viewpoint. So I want to look at significant players in the current game borne from our youth system and what I believe is their 'level' in the game.
Pogba- would play for most top teams
Rashford- would play for most top teams
Greenwood - a top talent at any club
Henderson - a top talent at any club
Lingard - a top half PL player
Tuanzebe - a top half PL player
McTominay - a top half PL player
Williams - a solid PL player
For me that is who we have that have 'proven' themselves so far. Now we also have Garner who is doing well in the Championship and Laird who, was considered the next most talented in the youth team with Greenwood, has had good performances for MK Dons. That's not to mention the younger guys (Mjebri being the obvious standout) who have a real chance to show their talent.
So the question is are we looking at one of the most consistent eras for our youth output?
Pogba- would play for most top teams
Rashford- would play for most top teams
Greenwood - a top talent at any club
Henderson - a top talent at any club
Lingard - a top half PL player
Tuanzebe - a top half PL player
McTominay - a top half PL player
Williams - a solid PL player
For me that is who we have that have 'proven' themselves so far. Now we also have Garner who is doing well in the Championship and Laird who, was considered the next most talented in the youth team with Greenwood, has had good performances for MK Dons. That's not to mention the younger guys (Mjebri being the obvious standout) who have a real chance to show their talent.
So the question is are we looking at one of the most consistent eras for our youth output?