Following Mohamed Salah's departure from Liverpool after nine seasons, several African talents are emerging as potential successors to claim the title of Africa's premier Premier League star.

Among the candidates is Mohammed Kudus, whose long-term hamstring issues kept him out of Ghana's World Cup campaign. Now at Tottenham under Roberto de Zerbi, the 26-year-old must overcome injury concerns to showcase his creativity consistently.

Everton's Iliman Ndiaye, nicknamed 'Skilliman' by fans, dazzled with the most dribbles in the Premier League last season behind only Jeremy Doku. With interest from Al-Hilal, Manchester United, and Arsenal, a move to a Champions League club could elevate his game.

Newcastle's Yoane Wissa, despite missing the first half of last season due to a knee injury, scored three goals for DR Congo at the World Cup and remains a key figure for the Magpies' rebuild.

Other rising stars include Brentford's Benjamin Fredrick, a 21-year-old defender signed directly from Nigeria, and Brighton's Zadok Yohanna, who cost £21.5m and mirrors Salah's left-footed style from the right wing.