Felix Nmecha (Germany)

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A former Manchester City prospect, the 6-foot-3 Borussia Dortmund midfielder said a serious injury earlier in his career was the “best thing that could’ve happened” because it drew him close to God “like never before.” Nmecha has also sparked controversy, with Dortmund reportedly monitoring his social media after he made posts appearing to criticize Pride Month and expressed grief over the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.