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The Premier League continues to provide entertainment on a weekly basis and is the best league in club football.
The Premier League boasts some of the best passers in the world. Passing is an art, and not every player possesses the ability and the vision to execute a stunning long ball or a beautifully threaded ball.
England's top-flight does not lack quality, with some of the best players in world football displaying their talent on a regular basis.
Here's a look at the five best passers in the Premier League so far (2021-22).
#5 Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)
It is a testament to Virgil van Dijk's quality that Liverpool once again look like a world-class team with him in the first XI.
Liverpool missed van Dijk for the majority of last season as the centre-back was nursing a serious injury. In his absence, Liverpool struggled to get going. Van Dijk is one of the best centre-backs in the world. His defensive prowess, physical ability, world-class passing and leadership are alll crucial to Jurgen Klopp's side.
The Netherlands international returned this season after fully recovering, and Liverpool look transformed. Mohamed Salah has grabbed almost all the attention so far, and rightly so, but van Dijk deserves credit as well. The 30-year-old is a sensational footballer.
#4 Jack Grealish (Manchester City)
Jack Grealish is one of the most talented players in the Premier League. It was not surprising to see Manchester City spend nearly £106 million to buy him from Aston Villa this summer.
Grealish is an interesting player. Highly creative, the England international is an excellent dribbler who thrived in an Aston Villa side last season that revolved around his talent. Questions were raised as to whether he would be able to transfer his performances to a star-studded Manchester City side.
The 26-year-old has done well so far. Grealish has made eight Premier League appearances this season, scoring one goal and providing two assists. He is capable of operating in midfield as well as further forward.
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#3 Paul Pogba (Manchester United)
Paul Pogba enjoyed an excellent start to the season with Manchester United, although his form has dipped in recent weeks.
The France international is an extremely talented individual, although his time with Manchester United cannot be defined clearly. Pogba returned to Manchester United from Juventus for a then world-record fee of £94.5 million in 2016. Five seasons later, it is still unclear as to whether the move has worked out.
It can be said that Pogba has been one of Manchester United's better players since joining the club. The 28-year-old has made nine Premier League appearances this season, providing seven assists. His contract with the club expires next summer. Negotiations are still ongoing for a contract renewal but reports are that the Frenchman will likely leave in the summer.
#2 Mateo Kovacic (Chelsea)
Mateo Kovacic has been one of Chelsea's best performers this season. The midfielder has quietly produced some top performances.
Ever since his Inter Milan days, Kovacic has been regarded as a player with high potential. A move to Real Madrid in 2015 did not work out for the Croatia international. This was mainly because of the presence of his countryman and idol, Luka Modric.
He subsequently joined Chelsea in 2018, on an initial loan deal. It was made permanent the next year for £40.5 million.
Kovacic is renowned for his technical prowess and passing ability. The 27-year-old has made nine Premier League appearances this season, scoring one goal and providing five assists. Competing with stars like Jorginho, Saul and N'Golo Kante, Kovacic has stood out.
#1 Kalvin Phillips (Leeds United)
Kalvin Phillips has emerged as a Premier League star after some stellar displays for club and country.
A product of the Leeds United academy, Phillips played a crucial role in the club's promotion to the Premier League in 2020. The 25-year-old has wowed viewers with his excellent passing and defensive solidity. He was a regular member of the England first XI as they reached the final of the Euros this summer, where they lost to Italy in penalties.
Phillips won England's 2020-21 Men's Player of the Year for his national team performance. The Englishman was linked with a move away from Leeds United this summer, with Manchester United suggested as a potential destination for the midfielder. He has made six Premier League appearances this season.
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