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.
9. Left Midfield: Corey Smith (Coleraine)
Corey Smith was named in Northern Ireland U19s squad for their summer European Championship campaign and also swapped Larne for Coleraine in the most recent window. He has made three Premiership appearances for Dean Shiels' side, all from the bench. Photo: Stephen Hamilton/Presseye
10. Striker: Rhys Annett (Linfield)
Rhys Annett enjoyed a breakout season for Linfield last term, scoring four Premiership goals in 21 games and also netted in the BetMcLean Cup final. The 19-year-old picked up an injury in a recent cup clash with former club Dundela and his five league appearances this term have all been from the bench. Photo: INPHO/PressEye.com/Jonathan Porter
11. Striker: Tomas Galvin (Dungannon Swifts)
Another young player that has impressed in the early stages of his Premiership career, 20-year-old Galvin scored eight Premiership goals last term. He has played six games this season, making two starts, in a Dungannon side that are flying high. Photo: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton