It always feels great to see a young player on the rise and become a world-class superstar. It can also feel better to be someone who "buys the stocks" and believes in those players from the early days of their footballing career. After Thomas Muller and Jamal Musiala, Bayern Munich's academy is pumping out some of the most exciting talents in youth football. Here are three Bayern players poised to shine in the future that you could take a look at.
Lennart Karl
At just 17 years old, Lennart Karl may have solidified his presence in the first team after receiving a new extension through 2028. Although he may be a squad option, no one can deny the talent oozing from that 5-foot-5 frame. One of the academy's best dribblers and chance creators, Karl finished last season with 34 goals and 11 assists.
The German youngster can play well both as a right-winger and a number 10 with his silky movement and phenomenal long shots after cutting inside. He could be a viable backup at the moment for the club's stars, Michael Olise and Jamal Musiala, but there is no doubt that he will become a regular starter in the upcoming years.
In the recent pre-season fixture against Tottenham, Karl scored his first goal for Bayern Munich's first team with an outrageous curler from the edge of the box. That goal not only showed his finessed touch but also his positioning and IQ as he pulled back into position for the shot.