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Midfield: Kevin De Bruyne, Marco Verratti, Phil Foden
Another area of the pitch that's dominated by Manchester City is the midfield. Kevin De Bruyne's place in the side was never in question as he is, simply put, one of the best players in the world across any position.
The Belgian star is one of the most complete players in Europe. His passing range, vision, goal-scoring and set-piece prowess barely scratch the surface of what he's capable of on the pitch. No player remaining in the competition has registered more assist than De Bruyne's four and he's effortlessly pulled the strings during City's rampant UCL run so far.
After De Bruyne, no player has been involved in more goals for City this season than Phil Foden, who is the next player in this midfield. The English prodigy has been around for a while now but his performances for City this season have been too good even for Guardiola to ignore.
Foden been magnificent every single time he's taken to the pitch, irrespective of who he plays against, who plays with him, and where he's deployed. He's been a joy to watch and he's managed to come up clutch for his side as well. The 21-year-old scored a 90th-minute winner against Borussia Dortmund in the first-leg of their quarter-finals, a 75th-minute winner in the second leg, and set up Ilkay Gunogan's winner against Gladbach.
The City pair will be supported by another brilliant player in Marco Verratti. The Italian maestro is widely regarded as one of the most efficient players in the world with the ball at his feet, constantly keeping the play ticking in midfield.
The metronomic midfielder has been phenomenal for PSG whenever he's fit and available, and will be a player City could have a hard time stopping. His close control, vision and execution from even some of the most difficult angles gives PSG an edge in midfield and helps them keep control of proceedings.
Verratti has spent a considerable while on the sidelines this season due to injuries and contracting COVID-19, but he's regained his fitness and will be available for the game against City.
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