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What's a 'breakout star'?
A 'breakout star' in football is a player who significantly improves their performance or gains widespread recognition over a short period, often exceeding previous expectations. The BBC Sport pundits in the story are trying to predict which players, whether new signings or young talents, will have this kind of impact in the Premier League this season.
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