Football: Top 10 midfielders in the world right now

Paul Pogba
Paul Pogba

#8 Georginio Wijnaldum:

Liverpool's best midfielder this season, Wijnaldum
Liverpool's best midfielder this season, Wijnaldum

When Liverpool signed Fabinho and Keita, everyone thought that Wijnaldum would get less game time, but that hasn't happened. Wijnaldum has been Liverpool's best midfielder this season. The Holland international has played primarily in two positions, that is the number 6 role and the number 8 role.

Wijnaldum prefers the number 8 role, but his versatile nature permits to him play anywhere in the midfield. He is absolutely vital to Liverpool's chances of winning the Premier League this season. His interceptions, tackling, tenacity and tireless running have been a highlight this year.


#7 David Silva:

David Silva remains vital for Manchester City's quadruple dream - FA Cup Quarter Final
David Silva remains vital for Manchester City's quadruple dream.

David Silva has been Premier League's most consistent midfielder over the years and he has showed his class again this season. With Kevin de Bruyne out for most of the season through injury, the Spaniard had to step up and he along with Bernardo Silva have done just that.

The 33-year-old has scored 9 goals and assisted 10 this season. He just like last season has been Pep Guardiola's go to man. The Spaniard is one of best on the ball and his vision can be compared to the very best. He remains vital for City in their quadruple dream.

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