With EURO 2024 on the horizon, football fans and collectors alike are on the lookout for players who are poised to make a significant impact during the tournament.
England’s Chances at EURO 2024
England, a perennial title contender, boasts a talented squad filled with potential stars who could light up the competition, which has been the case since they won the World Cup in 1966.
And when you remember that ill-fated final on home turf vs Italy at EURO 2021, then it might stand to reason that th e Three Lions have a bit of added oomph going into this tournament.
But whether you’re a football card collector or simply a fan of the game, here are five English players worth collecting ahead of EURO 2024, with values threatening to soar higher than ever before if they show up well for their country over the summer
Jude Bellingham
At just 20 years old, Jude Bellingham has already established himself as one of England’s most promising midfield talents. And indeed, one of the world‘s.
The Real Madrid midfielder possesses a rare combination of physicality, technical ability, and tactical intelligence, making him a valuable asset for both club and country.
Bellingham’s maturity beyond his years and knack for delivering standout performances on the big stage make him an exciting prospect to collect ahead of EURO 2024.
But it all depends on how and when he’s deployed by manager Gareth Southgate.
Also, from a purely collecting perspective, few players are as collectible in the football world right now as Jude Bellingham – which we explored here. But now,
Phil Foden
Phil Foden’s meteoric rise through the ranks at Manchester City has been nothing short of spectacular.
The 23-year-old midfielder has emerged as one of England’s brightest talents, showcasing his exceptional dribbling skills, vision, and goal-scoring prowess.
Foden’s versatility and creativity make him a valuable addition to any collection, as he is capable of producing moments of magic that can change the course of a match in an instant. Something which can never be in short supply as England look to bring home the riches at EURO 2024.
Especially if deployed in his relatively new central position behind the main striker.
Speaking of him…
Harry Kane
It’s been a bit of a strange season for Harry Kane at Bayern Munich.
On a personal note, Harry Kane has equalled and somehow surpassed the expectations of most fans when they heard of his long-protracted move to Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023.
That being said, the incredible work of Xabi Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen has set the Bavarian giants a good way behind the pace as they look to secure an unlikely Bundesliga title – further adding to the ‘he’s allergic to trophies’ meme attached to the ex-Spurs striker.
But whatever his wider team performances might suggest, Harry Kane himself is set to be a true star for England at EURO 2024, as he has been for many of the preceding tournament.
Only this time, he might be at his peak.
Bukayo Saka
What a year this could be for Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka.
Initially, the versatile winger has caught the eye with his electrifying pace, trickery on the ball, and composure in front of goal. But now, he’s matured into a stable, consistent winger at club level.
He, along with Marcus Rashford and Jason Sancho suffered the ignominy of being the three players to have missed crucial penalties in the eventual shootout in the final vs Italy at the previous EUROs.
Now, he comes into EURO 2024 with a point to prove. And it could come off the back of Arsenal winning their first Premier League title in 20 years. Who knows…
Summary
As EURO 2024 draws near, collectors have a golden opportunity to add some of England’s most promising talents to their collections.
Whether it’s the midfield mastery of Jude Bellingham, the creativity of Phil Foden, the leadership of Harry Kane, or the versatility of Bukayo Saka, these four English players are sure to leave a lasting impression on the tournament.
As they prepare to represent their country on the continental stage, now is the perfect time to invest in their collectibles and witness their rise to stardom firsthand.
Which of these English players do you think will shine at EURO 2024?