Top 5 left-backs of the season so far

The evolving game of football is throwing some major limelight on the personnel deployed in the crucial positions of the pitch.

Players positioned higher up the pitch in attacking roles steal all the attention leaving the others as the back-stage crew.

The full-back position has a huge importance in the game as they make contributions on both halves of the pitch.

Therefore, some special players need to be placed in these positions. Having said that, here is a look at the best left-backs of the 2017/18 season, so far.

All stats have been taken from squawka.com

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#5 Marcos Alonso

Alonso has been impressive for Chelsea since his arrival

The Spanish full-back is arguably the best left-back in the Premier League at the moment. His intent while going forward is remarkable while he never shies to fulfill his defensive duties as well.

The defender has created 32 chances in the league and also netted six goals in the process. He took four defensive actions per game and won 46% of the duels, which are quite impressive numbers.

He is a threat from set-plays as his delivery is pin-point and passing range is exquisite.

The 27-year-old is rumoured to be on Jose Mourinho's radar for the summer who is willing to pay as much as £70 million for the player.

#4 David Alaba

Alaba's form has attracted interest from some major clubs.

David Alaba is among the long list of Bayern players who have been in sublime form over the years.

The 25-year-old is regarded as the best left-back in the Bundesliga and attracted attention from some major clubs with his performances.

In 2017/18, the player boasts a passing accuracy of 89% while creating 17 chances in just 21 domestic appearances.

The Austrian is a matured defender and a valuable player to have in the team for any manager.

He has expressed his desire to move from the German club in search of a new challenge.

The likes of Barcelona and Real Madrid are planning to lure the full-back to Spain ahead of the 2018/19 season.

#3 Marcelo

The Brazilian did not have the best of the starts to the 2017/18 season.

It might come as a shock to see Marcelo at the third spot on the list but his performances this season have been far from acceptable by his standards.

The Brazilian didn't have the best of starts to the season when his team suffered catastrophically.

His positioning had been highly questionable then because of which Real's defence had been left exposed. It would be harsh to say that he was responsible for some of them alone.

The player has, however, overturned his fortune and gasped his way to the old form. He has an average pass length of 18 meters and created 44 chances in his 23 league appearances.

His form has been key to Real's recent success. The player needs to brace himself up for the upcoming Champions League clashes.

#2 Alex Sandro

The defender is in fine form for the Old Lady this season.

The 27-year-old is a sublime dribbler and crosser of the ball. He is among the best players in the position at the moment.

Defensively, the player is equally effective as his tackling and positioning make him the man to beat.

The defender has a passing accuracy of 86% and has created 20 goal scoring chances for the team in 17 league appearances this season.

Sandro is a highly rated player in Serie A and considered to be the ideal player to have in the team. Juventus have slapped a price-tag of close to £52 million on the player.

Manchester United and Chelsea are understood to be interested in the player ahead of the summer.

#1 Jordi Alba

The Spaniard is arguably the best in the position presently.

Alba, in a popular opinion, is the best left-back in the business at the moment. The Spanish defender has been in outstanding form for FC Barcelona all season.

He has constantly caused problems to the opposition going forward and has been a key player in Barca's defensive stability.

His pace and crossing have not only troubled the defences but also provided opportunities for other teammates to capitalise on the space created by him.

The 29-year-old has a passing accuracy of 86% and takes as much as four defensive actions per game, domestically.

He has provided 11 assists in all competitions and appears to be enjoying life under the new boss Valverde.

For his consistency and overall efforts, the Spaniard makes to the numero uno spot on the list.