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Defensive midfielder: Frenkie de Jong (Barcelona)
Ronald Koeman is already getting the best out of many players, including de Jong, whose influence on the side has visibly grown this season. The Dutchman has become the key playmaker, responsible for the circulation of the ball, breaking the opposition's lines, and accelerating the tempo. His wonderful lobbed assist to Fati in midweek showed he can create scoring opportunities too.
Defensive midfielder: Casemiro (Real Madrid)
The likes of Ramos, Benzema, Modric, etc might have taken the most plaudits for last season's title success, but ask any Real Madrid fan, and they'll tell you how Casemiro was the real MVP. His all-round performances — helping the defense with crucial tackles and blocks, and pushing his side forward with incisive through balls and long-range strike — made him the best in his position.
Attacking midfielder: Philippe Coutinho (Barcelona)
Now in his second spell at Barcelona, the 'Little Magician' is finally weaving his magic. He's been directly involved in four goals from five games and appears more confident than he ever did during his first 18 months at the club. A goal on Saturday would be the icing on the cake.
