5 Real Madrid players who've impressed the most in the season so far

#1 Karim Benzema

RCD Espanyol v Real Madrid CF - La Liga

Karim Benzema holds a very key position for Real Madrid as a striker. The 31-year-old has been the core of Real Madrid’s forward line along with Gareth Bale. After being dropped from the national team in last year’s World Cup in Russia, Benzema has showcased his class with some fine performances.

Every team knows that the Frenchman can be a real threat with his electric pace and quick counter-attacks. His aggressive runs and his ability to penetrate the opposition’s defence with ease has unsettled the best defensive outfits.

The striker’s goal scoring rate has looked quite impressive since the last 3 to 4 seasons and Santiago Solari will be banking on his experience to produce the desired results.

The manager had lamented that it is hard to find a player of Benzema’s calibre as he is a kind of player who can outclass any opposition with his individual brilliance.

The striker has been an influential figure for Los Blancos and his form will be crucial in the team's success in the season going ahead. Benzema has always been a match winner on his day and his form will be a contributing factor for the Los Blancos.

Benzema has been Solari's target man in the forward line and the striker will be aiming to finish the season on a high. His experience has also helped their new recruit, Vinicius Junior, as it could act as a learning curve for the youngster.

In the ongoing La Liga season, the Frenchman has registered 10 goals in 24 games with 3 assists to his name. He has scored 4 goals in 7 Champions League games with 2 assists to his name. He has also registered 4 goals in 5 Copa del Rey games this season.

He scored 2 goals against Espanyol in January which helped Real Madrid win that game with a 4-2 margin. That performance was perhaps considered Benzema's best in the current La Liga season.