By Kary Vargas

The 2025 Club World Cup is not only a showcase for established stars but also a springboard for new talents who are making the most of this elite competition. Thanks to a special "mini transfer window" granted by FIFA for this tournament, several participating clubs, including giants like Real Madrid, Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund, Manchester City, and Bayern Munich, finalized strategic transfers. Now, Flashscore has put these newcomers under the microscope, comparing only the players who have debuted with their new teams in this competition to determine who is shining brightest in their new environment.
The excitement of watching these fresh faces adapt and excel on such a grand stage is palpable. Flashscore's analysis, which focuses on the individual performance of these debutants, offers us a unique perspective on the immediate impact new signings can have in a tournament of this magnitude. Get ready to meet the names that are already making their mark!
Flashscore's "supercomputer" has rated the performances of these debutants, revealing a list of players who have started on the right foot in the 2025 Club World Cup.
Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid): The White Promise with Top Performance. Right behind Ait Nouri is Real Madrid's young defender, Dean Huijsen, with a rating of 7.5. Expectations around Huijsen have been high, and his Club World Cup debut shows he's living up to them. His defensive solidity and ability to start plays from the back have been key for the Madrid team, reaffirming why the club bet on him.
Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid): The White Promise with Top Performance. Right behind Ait Nouri is Real Madrid's young defender, Dean Huijsen, with a rating of 7.5. Expectations around Huijsen have been high, and his Club World Cup debut shows he's living up to them. His defensive solidity and ability to start plays from the back have been key for the Madrid team, reaffirming why the club bet on him.
Jobe Bellingham (Borussia Dortmund): A Goal and an Assist for Third Place. The name Jobe Bellingham is already known due to his famous brother, but the young midfielder is forging his own path. Signed by Borussia Dortmund just days before the start of the Club World Cup, Jobe has managed to "secure" third place on this list with a score of 7.3. His contribution isn't just in play, but in concrete numbers: he has scored a goal and provided an assist, demonstrating his direct impact on the Schwarzgelben's (Black and Yellows) attack.
Jonathan Tah (Bayern Munich): The Bavarian Defensive Rock. With a rating of 7.2, Jonathan Tah from Bayern Munich stands out for his solid performances in the Bavarian defense. His arrival has strengthened the German giant's backline, bringing experience and an imposing presence. His rating underscores the importance of a strong defense in a tournament of this magnitude.
Rayan Cherki (Manchester City): Another Talent for the Citizens. Manchester City appears on the list again, this time with Rayan Cherki, who also boasts a score of 7.2. The presence of two City players in this top 5 is no coincidence; it reflects the club's strategy of signing promising talents and their ability to quickly integrate them into a winning system. Cherki, with his creativity and skill, is a valuable asset in City's attack.

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