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#3 Kieran Trippier (Atletico Madrid)
Kieran Trippier is not the flashiest player on this list and his lack of goals can be attributed to the fact that he plays for Diego Simeone's robust and no-nonsense Atletico Madrid side. There were questions raised when the Englishman decided to move to La Liga but his performances under Diego Simeone have largely silenced his critics.
The former Tottenham right-back has edged Santiago Arias to a place in Atletico Madrid's regular starting eleven and is one of the most defensively astute right-backs in La Liga. Trippier managed 4 assists in La Liga this season and his presence has been crucial to Atletico Madrid's impressive defensive record.
Atletico Madrid faced intense competition from Sevilla to secure the third place in La Liga this season and managed to finish above the Andalusian side owing to a better head-to-head record. Trippier has shown improvement under Diego Simeone and can grow into an excellent defender in the future.
#2 Jesus Navas (Sevilla)
Jesus Navas has experienced something of a renaissance in La Liga this season. The Sevilla captain has excelled in his new-found defensive role and is one of the best right-backs in La Liga. Navas possesses an extraordinary turn of pace and his intelligence on the ball makes him one of the most dangerous wing-backs in Europe.
The 34-year-old Spanish veteran has dominated the flanks for Sevilla this season and his overlapping runs have been a nightmare to deal with. Jesus Navas has managed 7 assists this season and has created several chances for his teammates throughout the La Liga season.
The former Manchester City defender also possesses excellent leadership skills and has marshalled his troops brilliantly. Sevilla has exceeded expectations under Julen Lopetegui and Jesus Navas has played a massive role in his side's inclusion in the Champions League next season.
#1 Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid)
Dani Carvajal may not have the most impressive statistics in this list but his presence in the Real Madrid back-line has become a precious and irreplaceable necessity. Unlike many other modern right-backs in La Liga, Carvajal is rarely caught out of his position and uses his understanding of the game to nip the opposition's attacks in the bud.
Carvajal is astute at handling one-on-one situations and has played a crucial role in Real Madrid's successful La Liga campaign. Zinedine Zidane has turned the La Liga champions into one of the best defensive outfits in Europe and Dani Carvajal's defensive contributions to his side have been immense this season.
The Spanish right-back has been an unsung hero in Real Madrid's excellent domestic season and has also managed five assists and a goal for the La Liga giants. With Dani Carvajal in its defensive line, Real Madrid is perfectly poised to win more silverware next season.
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