Yamal, Saka, Salah: Why left-footed right wingers are so hot right now
Sam TigheSep 3, 2025, 04:00 AM ET Close Sam is a writer, broadcaster and podcaster for ESPN. He will write on the Premier League, scouting and transfers. Over the last 15 years, one particular style of player has become Europe’s hottest — and at times most expensive — trend: the left-footed right winger. Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah, Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka and Bayern…



















