Ayoub Bouaddi, the Golden Boy and Lille star from France, tops the list of candidates for the “Golden Boy 2026” award, as revealed by the Italian magazine “Tutto Sport”. The magazine published the first ranking of the “Golden Boy – Top 100” list, which includes the best young talents in Europe.
The young Moroccan international Ayoub Bouaddi made a remarkable appearance on the list, ranking sixth among the top ten players in the preliminary ranking, highlighting his exceptional talent and rising level.
The Spanish player Lamin Yamal tops this ranking but is not in the running due to his previous win of the award, opening the door for other talents to shine. Meanwhile, the French player Warren Zaïre-Emery stands out as one of the leading candidates for the trophy after securing second place, indicating strong competition for the prestigious title.
Ayoub Bouaddi is considered one of the most promising names in the French league, continuing to deliver strong performances with Lille, earning high recognition in this European ranking. “Tutto Sport” magazine based the ranking of the nominated players on their performance and statistics throughout the season, ensuring a fair and logical evaluation of the best young talents.
The final winner of the “Golden Boy 2026” award will be determined through voting later, amid great anticipation for the future of these promising football stars.
