Ballon d’Or 2023: Kopa Trophy nominees confirmed [Full list]

The nominees for this year’s Kopa Trophy were confirmed on Wednesday.

The award is given to elite footballers who are under 21 years.

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham, Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund and Barcelona’s Gavi, made the cut.

The winner will be announced at a ceremony in Paris on Monday, October 30.

Full list of the Kopa Trophy nominees:

Jude Bellingham – Real Madrid

Gavi – Barcelona

Jamal Musiala – Bayern Munich

Eduardo Camavinga – Real Madrid

Pedri – Barcelona

Xavi Simons – RB Leipzig

Alejandro Balde – FC Barcelona

Antonio Silva – Benfica

Rasmus Højlund – Manchester United

Elye Wahi – RC Lens