Breakouts & wildcards - 13 surprise stars for new season
BBC Sport TV and radio commentators identify the players they think could be the breakout stars of the new Premier League season.
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Eli Junior Kroupi is a professional footballer recognized for his value as a budget option.
Igor Thiago is a professional footballer known for his goal-scoring ability.
Mingueza is a 27-year-old defender from Spain, previously with Barcelona, who signed with Crystal Palace.
Nico O'Reilly is a defender for the England national football team.
Steur is an 18-year-old midfielder from the Netherlands who won the Abdelhak Nouri Trophy with Ajax.
Yirenkyi is a Ghanaian football player known for his crucial performance in matches.
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BBC Sport TV and radio commentators identify the players they think could be the breakout stars of the new Premier League season.
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