The Carabao Cup has reached the fourth round, with just 16 sides left in the competition seeking the first domestic trophy of the season.

The competition serves as an excellent proving ground for some of English football’s best and brightest, with managers even at this stage keen to give youngsters an opportunity away from the tougher Preemier League battles.

Liverpool and Arsenal are both likely to name sides full of youth as they meet at Anfield, while Chelsea and Manchester United have shown real commitment to youth so far this season and will likely sprinkle in a couple more new names on Wednesday night.

Tuesday sees Manchester City play Southampton and Leicester make the short trip to Burton, while Everton and Watford will be hoping the cup provides welcome distraction from their Premier League trials and tribulations.

Here are seventeen youngsters who could shine in the Carabao Cup this week.

17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Show all 18 1 /18 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup NEWPORT, WALES - AUGUST 27: The League Cup Trophy ahead of kick off in the Carabao Cup Second Round match between Newport County and West Ham United at Rodney Parade on August 27, 2019 in Newport, Wales. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Reece James (Chelsea) It is a matter of when rather than if Reece James succeeds Cesar Azpilicueta as Chelsea's right-back, but for now he may have to be content playing second fiddle, and taking opportunities like these when they come. He did exactly that in the last round, starring and scoring in the 7-1 win over Grimsby. AFP via Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Emile Smith Rowe (Arsenal) Smith Rowe is over an injury issue that stalled the start of his campaign, but will be hoping to push his case for a greater role as a creator, with Unai Emery seemingly looking at him as a number ten. Arsenal FC via Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Domingos Quina (Watford) Quina has shown glimpses of his considerable ability since being lured from West Ham, but with Watford hardly flying in the league, a more consistent showing over 90 minutes could see him force his way into a competitive midfield. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Brandon Williams (Manchester United) Man of the match in Manchester United's Europa League win in Serbia, Williams has been elevated to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first team and looks a real talent at left-back. Manchester United via Getty Imag 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Taylor Harwood-Bellis (Manchester City) Already showing signs of real leadership potential, Harwood-Bellis is a centre-half with a wonderfully rounded skillset, and with Pep Guardiola still seeking answers amid an injury crisis of sorts in that area, do not rule out the 17-year-old making a Premier League debut sooner rather than later. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup James Garner (Manchester United) Garner is another Manchester United youngster who has been pushed up to the first team, helping see things out in the 3-1 win over Norwich. Calm, composed and classy, he could be a midfield fixture at United for years to come, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer indicated he is in line for a Carabao Cup start this week. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup James Justin (Leicester) Recruited from Luton in the summer, Justin looks an excellent capture for the future at Leicester. While a Premier League debut has thus far eluded him despite being named on the bench for all ten games, he was excellent in the last round against his former club and the full-back will be hoping for a similar showing in the fourth round. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Mason Greenwood (Manchester United) While the return of Anthony Martial pushes him down the pecking order, Greenwood can push for greater first team opportunities with a good performance in what is likely to be a largely second-string Manchester United side. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Curtis Jones (Liverpool) One of most highly-rated players in the Liverpool youth ranks Jones could get his chance to show what he's got against Arsenal on Wednesday evening Liverpool FC via Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Morgan Gibbs-White (Wolves) It is easy to forget how young Gibbs-White is, given his relative prominence compared to some of the faces on this list. A victim, perhaps, of Nuno's commitment to continuity, Gibbs-White has plenty of positive qualities and could be key for Wolves against Aston Villa. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Marc Guehi (Chelsea) Guehi has sought advice from John Terry after making his debut in the last round against Grimsby, and the new England U21 international centre-half looks another uber-talented academy graduate at Stamford Bridge. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Harvey Elliott (Liverpool) Having served his 14-day ban for mocking Harry Kane, Elliott is available for Liverpool this week. A player of considerable promise, his UEFA Youth League showings have fans rather excited. Liverpool FC via Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Billy Gilmour (Chelsea) Gilmour's performance at Grimsby had plenty of Chelsea (and Scotland) fans purring, playing with confidence, style and energy in midfield. He probably isn't too far from the first-team picture at either club or international level. AFP/Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) Saka has taken his opportunities this season, and while his form has cooled somewhat, the Carabao Cup might offer the perfect chance to show his quality again. Arsenal's front four on Wednesday might look something like: Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Smith Rowe, Saka, Gabriel Martinelli - plenty of young talent to warm the cockles of a downcast fanbase. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Keinan Davis (Aston Villa) Certain sections of Villa Park are advocating the dropping of summer signing Wesley in order to give Davis a proper run in the side, which is indicative of how highly they see the forward. Davis played 28 times in the Championship two seasons ago but has fallen out of favour since, and may be looking to reassert himself with a strong showing against Wolves. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Michael Obafemi (Southampton) Obafemi might find his opportunities limited against Manchester City if he starts, but has a goal-scoring knack, easy speed and real intelligence to take advantage of any chances that do come his way. Getty Images 17 youngsters set to shine in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup Eric Garcia (Manchester City) There may only be space for one of Garcia and Harwood-Bellis in the Manchester City fourth round line-up, though they started together in the last round. Garcia is slightly further along, and thus may earn the start. Not an overwhelming physical specimen, Garcia relies on footballing nous and positioning, and looks very much an ideal Pep Guardiola central defender. Getty Images