5 Atletico Madrid players who have been key for the team in the ongoing season

#3 Koke

The Spaniard has added a lot of depth in the squad as the 26-year-old can play offensively as well as defensively

Koke has been the core of Atletico Madrid’s midfield along with Saul Niguez and Vitolo. His coordination with them has been crucial, as Koke can also play as an attacking midfielder.

He has also combined well with the forward line consisting of Diego Costa and Antoine Griezmann. The Spaniard has added a lot of depth in the squad as the 26-year-old can play offensively as well as defensively.

The midfielder has been a tricky opponent because of his ability to score goals from unusual positions.

Koke has been a constant threat inside the box because of his precise finishing. It will be interesting to see how the midfielder responds while playing against sides who are strong defensively in the knockout stages of the Champions League.

Koke has been a clever operator during set pieces and can outfox the opposition with his speed and control. Koke has also showcased his ability to move more freely at the flanks.

Although Koke has scored only one goal in 12 games in the ongoing LaLiga season, his long passes have always been laden with precision which has enabled the strikers to move more freely in the opposition's territory.

He recently scored a goal in Atletico Madrid’s 2-0 win over AS Monaco in their Champions League match.

Koke has scored two goals in four Champions League games in the ongoing season. The Spaniard also provides stability in the midfield.