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#3 Oscar De Marcos
La Liga veteran Oscar De Marcos has played for more than a decade at Athletic Bilbao. The Spaniard is a highly versatile footballer who can operate in midfield and defense.
In 2021, De Marcos primarily operated as the starting right-back of Athletic Bilbao. It has been an unprecedented year for him as he has helped Bilbao win the Spanish Super Cup, beating Barcelona 3-2 in the finals.
De Marcos used his versatile skill set to play effectively in the wing-back position. He has played the role of an offensive wing-back with near perfection. In 2021, De Marcos contributed on the offensive end with three goals and three assists.
#2 Kieran Trippier
Kieran Trippier has made a name for himself since switching to La Liga with Atletico Madrid in 2019 from Tottenham Hotspur. He was first seen as a talent during his Burnley days, and he had an overall successful spell with Tottenham.
His desire to seek new experiences took him to La Liga, where Trippier has spent an excellent 2021. He was able to win the much-coveted first division winners medal as Atletico picked up the La Liga title on the final matchday of last season.
2021 was a quieter year on the offensive end for Trippier, who was at the misfortune of picking up a ban at the start of the year. However, he made a solid comeback to put it behind him. He was highly beneficial for Atletico, who had a successful pursuit of the La Liga campaign.
Trippier has made two assists in 2021, but both Deigo Simeone and Atletico Madrid will hope for similar performances moving into 2022.
#1 Dimitri Foulquier
Valencia right-back Dimitri Foulquier has made a name for himself among one of the rising stars in La Liga. He was part of the Granada team that exceeded all expectations with their brilliant Europa League campaign last season. They reached the quarter-finals before being eliminated by Manchester United.
Foulquier can play along the right. His signing by Valencia was seen more as an alternative to the existing members of the La Liga club. However, Foulquier has surprised quite a few and has sealed the starting spot at right-back for the time being.
2021 has been a good year for Foulquier as a successful spell with Granada is now being continued with another one at Valencia. Foulquier had great offensive returns to compliment his defensive work rate.
In 2021, Foulquier made six assists and scored one goal across all major competitions to have a year to remember.
