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Brits Abroad: 8 Lesser Known Stars Making a Success of Their Footballing Careers Overseas

Reiss Nelson, Sheyi Ojo and Patrick Roberts were perhaps the three most high profile players to follow in a growing trend this summer. Namely, young British players going abroad.

While all three have only made loan moves (from Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City respectively) it is encouraging to see an apparent rise in young players broadening their horizons by seeking experience and valuable game time overseas.

Gareth Bale, Wayne Rooney and Jadon Sancho aren't the only ones holding the British end up. Here are eight lesser known players finding success away from the comforts of Blighty...

Jack Harper - Spain

The 22-year-old former Scotland youth international was actually born to ex-pats in the town of Fuengirola on Spain's Costa del Sol.