"This time around, the 18-year-old wonderkid's teammate, Pau Cubarsi, makes it to the 25-man shortlist for the 2025 Golden Boy. Like Lamine, Cubarsi has also become a permanent fixture in the Barcelona setup despite being only 18 years old. The teenage centre-back was an integral member of the team that won the domestic treble last season under Hansi Flick and is slowly establishing himself in the Spain national team setup as well."
"PSG prodigy Desire Doue is a strong contender, having won the treble last season and even starred in the UEFA Champions League final win over Inter Milan. Unlike the Kopa Trophy at the Ballon d'Or gala, which allows repeat winners, the Golden Boy award can be won only once in a lifetime, which is why Lamine is not among the 25-man finalists. Before Lamine last year, Barcelona midfielders Pedri (2021) and Gavi (2022) had also won the prize,"
The Golden Boy award has recognized the best footballer under 21 since 2003. Pau Cubarsi, an 18-year-old Barcelona centre-back, is on the 25-man shortlist for the 2025 Golden Boy award. Cubarsi became a permanent Barcelona first-team player, helped the club win a domestic treble under Hansi Flick, and is integrating into the Spain national team. Competition includes PSG forward Desire Doue, who won a treble and starred in the Champions League final victory over Inter Milan. The Golden Boy prize is limited to a single lifetime win, rendering last year’s winner Lamine Yamal ineligible. Previous Barcelona winners include Pedri (2021) and Gavi (2022).
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