10 best dribblers in world football at the moment

Lionel Messi is hailed as one of the greatest dribblers of all time
Lionel Messi is hailed as one of the greatest dribblers of all time

#8 Jonathan Ikone | Lille

Lille OSC v Chelsea FC: Group H - UEFA Champions League
Lille OSC v Chelsea FC: Group H - UEFA Champions League

Lille's exciting attacking midfielder Jonathan Ikone is making a name for himself with a series of eye-catching displays for the Ligue 1 outfit.

The 22-year-old was also shown in the Champions League in the 2019-20 season, as he continues to make a mark for a Lille side that has seen the likes of Nicolas Pepe and Victor Osimhen earn big money moves to other European clubs.

Primarily a #10, Ikone has also played on the wings and is a smart operator with the ball at his feet. With four goals and seven assists across all competitions for Lille, the young Frenchman also attempted 155 dribbles and completed 91 of those in all competitions this season.


#7 Paulo Dybala | Juventus

Juventus v Brescia Calcio - Serie A
Juventus v Brescia Calcio - Serie A

Paulo Dybala enjoyed a stunning season where he silenced his doubters, as he played a pivotal role in Juventus' Serie A triumph. The Argentine had one of his most productive seasons as a professional footballer and formed a formidable partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo.

The former Palermo man is a smart operator who is capable of wriggling his way past opposition players in tight spaces. Additionally, he is also an incredibly intricate dribbler in and around the penalty area.

In 41 Serie A and Champions League appearances for Juventus, Dybala attempted a total of 128 dribbles and completed 77 of those this season.


#6 Roberto Firmino | Liverpool

Liverpool FC v Chelsea FC - Premier League
Liverpool FC v Chelsea FC - Premier League

Roberto Firmino is an indispensable member of Jurgen Klopp's side and the Liverpool #9 plays a unique role for his team. Starting as the leading man with Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah either side of him, Firmino drops deeps and allows the wingers to run in behind the defence while also contributing to the defensive side of the game.

The Brazilian attacker is regarded as one of the most complete strikers in world football currently but has often been slated for his lack of goals and finishing ability. Nevertheless, Firmino enjoyed a fantastic season with Liverpool and spearheaded them to their first league title in over 30 years.

The former Hoffenheim man boasts a bag of tricks in his repertoire and is also an incredibly efficient dribbler around the opposition penalty area. Firmino completed 70 of his 117 attempted dribbles in the 2019-20 season and played an important part in Liverpool's historic league triumph.


#5 Kylian Mbappe | Paris Saint-Germain

Club Brugge KV v Paris Saint-Germain: Group A - UEFA Champions League
Club Brugge KV v Paris Saint-Germain: Group A - UEFA Champions League

Kylian Mbappe is already one of the best players in the world at the age of 21 and is on his way to establishing himself as one of the greats of the game.

The Frenchman is blessed with incredible dribbling ability and is also amongst the quickest players on the planet, while his off the ball movement and direct running makes him a handful to defend against.

Mbappe and Neymar have spearheaded Paris Saint-Germain to new heights and the Parisian outfit currently find themselves in the semi-final of the UEFA Champions League. With Neymar suffering with injuries this season, Mbappe has been their talisman and racked up a staggering 30 goals in all competitions for Thomas Tuchel's side.

The 21-year-old also completed 62 of his 132 dribbles and is rapidly establishing himself as one of the biggest matchwinners in world football.


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