South Africa has almost close to ten players currently turning out for the English Premier League clubs, Afrik-Foot takes a closer look.
Elyh Harrison (Manchester United)
The 17-year-old goalkeeper, Harrison, was born in England but is eligible to represent Bafana Bafana due to his South African mother. The young talent was included in the squad that competed against Newport County in the FA Cup in January.
Last season, he won the Youth Player of the Year award at United
Seb Ferdinand (Arsenal)
The 18-year-old right winger has recently received a professional contract offer from the Gunners.
Following a remarkable season with the U-19 and U-21 teams, he was recognised as Arsenal’s Scholar of the Year for the 2023/24 season. You can download the Hollywood bets apk to place bets on his upcoming matches.
He also qualifies representing both South Africa and England.
Thorsten Spike Brits ( Manchester City)
The 17-year-old goalkeeper was recently signed by Premier League champions Manchester City from AFC Wimbledon.
Both his parents are from South Africa and moved to England for work. He’s reportedly open to donning SA national team shirt.
Stevie Bausor (Leicester City)
The 17-year-old goalkeeper was welcomed to the Leicester City first team ahead of the start of the upcoming season.
He has been with the Foxes in the pre-season as the PL returnees are considering to add him to the first team in the 2024/25 season.
He expressed his interest to represent SA. “l'm legible to represent South Africa, Italy and England internationally, but | 100% want to play for South Africa,” he told Prince Sobayeni Sports.
Joshua Van Schoor (Everton)
The 16-year-old centre-back is highly rated at Everton and already holds South African passport, signifying his desire to represent South Africa.
The left-footer has been with Toffees for five years having joined the club at the age of 11 from Wigan Athletic.
Bradley Moonan (Everton)
The 18-year-old central defender has recently signed his first professional contract, committing to a two-year agreement that will extend until 2026.
Although he was born in England, he also holds South African citizenship.
Khai Vally (Fulham)
The 14-year-old forward has been part of the youth system of the English Premier League club since an early age, showing significant progress in his development.
He’s currently with South Africa Under-17 (Amajimbos) preparing for their friendly matches against Lesotho.
He also qualifies representing England and Poland.
Alex Paulsen (AFC Bournemouth)
Oliver Paulsen, a 21-year-old goalkeeper, was born in Auckland, New Zealand, to a South African father and a Namibian mother, making him eligible to play for South Africa.
Paulsen recently signed a contract with AFC Bournemouth, a Premier League club, after a remarkable season with Wellington Phoenix FC in the Australian A-League, where he achieved an impressive record of 11 clean sheets in 27 matches.
Although Paulsen has played for New Zealand at the U-17 and U-19 levels, he has not yet appeared for the senior national team, leaving the door open for South Africa to secure his commitment to represent his father's country.
Archie Harris (Bournemouth)
The 19-year-old left-back is another player at Bournemouth having been at the club since at the age of 11.
He has had loan spells with Torquay, Truro and Poole Town, as the club wanted him gain experience before they consider utilising for the senior side.
He qualifies playing for both South Africa and England.
