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Check out the full list of players and the criteria for it. Below is the fourth article of this year's countdown.

20. Nathan Saliba – CM – CF Montreal

DOB: 2/7/2004 | HT: 5-8 | WT: 157 | Last Year’s Ranking: 17

Saliba took a big step forward in 2023, and will look to back that up under a new coach. That’s always a big question, as he was a steady hand in what was a chaotic season for Montreal last year. A central midfielder, he has the ability and characteristics to at least emerge as an MLS regular. How he runs with that opportunity will dictate his chances of getting beyond that. The Canadian has a bright future ahead of him, especially if he's able to build on last year.