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#3 Bernardo Silva - 7.4
Bernardo Silva has been sensational in the Premier League this season. Manchester City are spoilt for choice in terms of attacking midfielders and wingers. While Silva is primarily a right winger or attacking midfielder, he has had to settle for a central midfield role this season. Needless to say, he has still excelled.
The former Monaco winger has scored seven Premier League goals this term, matching his highest return in the 2018-19 season. Just like in the 2018-19 campaign, Kevin De Bruyne hasn't played a big part in this season's title race. Silva has stepped up big time to make up for that.
The Manchester City No.20 will be among the Player of the Season nominees if City win the league title this season. While Silva hasn't been anywhere close to Mohamed Salah this season, he has been quite exemplary in his own right in central midfield.
#2 Joshua Kimmich - 7.5
Joshua Kimmich is among the best midfielders in the world. Equally capable of performing fabulously at right-back, defensive midfield or central midfield, Kimmich is a manager's dream. Any avid fan would expect the German midfielder to make such a list. On his day, Kimmich can pull the strings in midfield.
Before contracting COVID-19, Kimmich put in match-winning performances regularly. In the first six Bundesliga games this season, Kimmich had three goals and four assists, reason why is rated so highly.
The six-time Bundesliga winner has established himself as one of the elite midfielders of his generation. After disappointments in the Champions League and Euro 2020 last year, the 26-year-old will be keen to make 2022 a memorable one with club and country.
#1 Teji Savanier - 7.6
Teji Savanier has been impressive in this year's Ligue 1 campaign. The Frenchman has recorded five goals and six assists. In December, the midfielder scored two goals and registered as many assists. His exploits helped him win the Ligue 1 Player of the Month award in December.
Savanier has played in central midfield for most of his career. He is highly versatile, and can play defensive midfield or attacking midfield with equal proficiency too. The Montpellier captain has been playing a slightly advanced role this term.
The 30-year-old is having one of the best seasons of his career. It will be interesting to see if he can match the 14 assists he provided in the 2018-19 Ligue 1 campaign with Nimes. Nevertheless, he is having a campaign to cherish.
