Sondre Orjasaeter named top young winger in global study

Sondre Orjasaeter, a former transfer target for Celtic, has been recognized as the world's most progressive winger aged 23 or under in a new statistical analysis. The Norwegian, who joined FC Twente from Sarpsborg for £4.5 million, topped a ranking from the CIES Football Observatory based on his progressive carries in the opposition half. Orjasaeter averages over six such carries per 90 minutes, distinguishing himself from peers like Barcelona's Lamine Yamal. His performance has generated significant transfer interest, with Twente reportedly rejecting offers of up to €20 million this past summer.

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