Here we have compiled the ‘Most Valuable Team’ of Premiership players aged 21 or under based on Transfermarkt’s transfer values in a 4-4-2 formation.
1. Goalkeeper: Patrick Solis Grogan (Dungannon Swifts)
In seven Premiership matches for Dungannon Swifts this season, Patrick Solis Grogan has kept five clean sheets, including in Saturday's 2-0 win over Portadown. The 20-year-old, who previously spent time with Larne and Coagh United, has also made 24 saves. Photo: INPHO/Presseye/Brian Little
2. Right Back: Shea Kearney (Cliftonville)
Shea Kearney has undoubtedly been one of the league's standout stars since breaking into the Reds side last October and recently earned a maiden Northern Ireland U21 call-up. Photo: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press.
3. Centre Back: Lewis MacKinnon (Portadown)
Former Rangers youngster Lewis MacKinnon has been a constant presence in Portadown's team since joining from Carrick Rangers this summer. He has played every minute of their opening 12 Premiership matches, ranks 14th in terms of interceptions from defenders this season and also made over 300 successful passes. Photo: Inpho/Stephen Hamilton
4. Centre Back: Harry Murphy (Glentoran)
With Glentoran a settled side, especially in defence with their superb record, Harry Murphy has been limited to only one Premiership start this season alongside cup appearances against H&W Welders and Dergview. The 20-year-old is certainly one for the future and already showed signs of his undoubted talent. Photo: INPHO/PressEye.com/Jonathan Porter