Tottenham Hostpur's academy system has enjoyed a fair amount of success in the Daniel Levy era.

Not only did it produce one of the world's greatest strikers in Harry Kane and another Spurs regular in Harry Winks, but an array of footballers have progressed in Spurs' youth system in recent times who have gone on to play in the Premier League in recent seasons.

Mauricio Pochettino has a decent record for handing opportunities to young players in the past but has regressed on this somewhat while at Spurs, often choosing the safer option rather than placing his trust in the hands of inexperienced players.

Nevertheless, injuries to first-team players and having a host of talented youngsters champing at the bit for first-team minutes may force the Argentine manager to reconsider his usual approach, particularly as Spurs have been light on the recruitment drive this summer so far.

With the 2018/19 season right around the corner, let's take a look at some of the youngsters who could be set to make their first team breakthrough at Spurs this year.

1. Tashan Oakley-Boothe

Having already made his debut for the senior side last September at the age of 17, Oakley-Boothe is considered one of Tottenham's most promising rising stars and the midfielder could have a big season ahead of him.

Capable of playing as a number four, eight or ten in the middle of the park, Oakley-Boothe's versatility and strength on the ball could be major boosts to his chances of progressing to the first team in the near future.

Tottenham's injury crisis in midfield could see Oakley-Boothe handed an opportunity sooner rather than later, with Victor Wanyama the latest to suffer an injury setback. However, don't be surprised to see Oakley-Boothe loaned out or allowed to continue his development in the academy for the time being due to his age.

2. Kazaiah Sterling

Another player who was handed his senior debut last season when he came off the bench in a Champions League match against APOEL Nicosia in December, 19-year-old striker Sterling has seen his reputation grow and grow since joining Spurs' academy from Leyton Orient in 2015.

Sterling was the club's top scorer in the Premier League 2 last season with eight goals in 20 appearances and has also appeared for England at U18 level. The striker's continued success across multiple levels of youth football suggests his first-team breakthrough is only a matter of time and with Fernando Llorente struggling to find the net, perhaps the role of Harry Kane's backup would be better used on a player who helps the club meet their home-grown quota?

3. Oliver Skipp

Oliver Skipp is only 17 years old but no other Spurs youth product has got fans talking as much this summer after the midfielder's assured performances in pre-season.

Spurs supporters were left purring after a confident display against Barcelona and the Guardian have already named Skipp as the 'one to watch' from Spurs' academy.

Quick, tenacious and a good passer, Skipp is renowned for his hardworking attitude and commitment - traits often used in reference to one Harry Kane in his own youth days.

Perhaps it is this dedication that will allow Skipp to make his first team breakthrough next season?

4. Marcus Edwards

Though it is no secret that Marcus Edwards has more than enough talent to make it at Spurs, his name is included on this list more out of hope than any real expectation as the attacking midfielder comes dangerously close to squandering his obvious potential.

After earning comparisons to Lionel Messi from Mauricio Pochettino and making his debut for the club in the EFL Cup back in 2016, the future seemed bright for Edwards. Unfortunately, the attacker seems to have stagnated since then and there are rumours that his attitude is not right after he was sent back to Spurs early from his loan spell in Norwich.

Though Pochettino is rumoured to be personally intervening in a last-ditch attempt to make Edwards knuckle down, it is beginning to feel increasingly inevitable that the 19-year-old will leave the club this summer.

5. Luke Amos