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PSG have proven themselves to be a major force in the football world since a change in their ownership in 2011. Due to their financial might, the Ligue 1 giants have managed to attract mega superstars to become a European powerhouse. With a glamorous squad, Les Parisiens have enjoyed an incomparable amount of domestic success for the majority of the last decade.
A dribbler is, of course, one of the most integral parts of any football team. Not only do they open up defenses with their dribbling skills, they also bring joy to the sport. Dribbling is eye-pleasing and effective, which is why footballers who can dribble are so important and so valuable in the game.
Being one of the best clubs in the French top flight in the 21st century, PSG boast a plethora of world class footballers who have featured for them. There are also some quality dribblers among them, who have had the pleasure of donning PSG's famous blue kit.
On that note, let us take a look at
PSG's 5 best dribblers of the 21st century
Note: In this list, we will only be considering players who have spent at least a season with PSG.
#5 Pedro Pauleta
One of the greatest ever forwards in PSG's history, Pauleta left an incredible mark during his tenure at the club. The Portuguese forward arrived in the the French capital in the early 2000s when things were not looking good for the club. Despite lacking a fluent support system, he ended up scoring 109 goals for PSG in just five seasons at the club.
Pauleta was a terrific finisher and that trait often overshadowed how skillful he was with the ball. The sharpshooter was good with both feet and often beat defenders with his pace off the mark. Pauleta's trickery with the ball and pace was a unique but effective mixture, which helped him glide past defenders.
#4 Kylian Mbappe
Kylian Mbappe has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the last few years to become one of the global superstars in world football. With 139 goals and 69 assists in just 184 appearances for PSG, Mbappe's numbers are a testament to his attacking prowess.
Mbappe's extraterrestrial pace with the ball is unmatched and gives him the edge even against the fastest of defenders. The French forward can accelerate when needed or pause, which makes it extremely difficult to mark and defend. Mbappe's skillset always allows him to do numerous things with the ball and eventually makes him a terrific dribbler.
#3 Angel Di Maria
With his blistering runs and swirling movements, Angel Di Maria remains unstoppable when he is in the mood. The Argentine is technically gifted and opens up opponents' defenses by simply gliding past defenders as if they were not there. It goes without saying that Di Maria is a sensation with the ball.
Di Maria moved to PSG in 2015 after a short and troubling stint at Manchester United. The 33-year-old is a winger but had to shift his position in midfield to accommodate Kylian Mbappe in the team. Despite the difficulties, Di Maria has proven himself to be a serious threat even when operating from the right.
Di Maria is not just a gifted dribbler but his final balls from wide areas are also exceptional. Through his powerful displays, the veteran has racked up 89 goals and 112 assists for PSG so far.
#2 Ronaldinho
The only footballer who is synonymous with Brazil's famous Jogo Bonito style of play in the modern era is Ronaldinho. Nobody embodied the creative, joyous style of football more than Ronaldinho in the 21st century. The Brazilian's early years at PSG being a testament to that fact.
When Ronaldinho was with the ball, he could do things which is still a dream for many footballers till this date. An insane dribbler, Ronaldinho was unpredictable and majestic, leaving defenders on the floor in his wake.
Before his famous stint at Barcelona, the Brazilian spent two seasons at PSG and quickly became a fan favorite. In limited time, Ronaldinho left a lasting impression in the French capital, earning the right to call him a legend of the club.
Ronaldinho ended up bagging 25 goals and 17 assists, his exploits ensuring PSG's continuous participation in European competitions in early 2000s.
#1 Neymar
There is a reason why Neymar is one of the most fouled players on the planet. More often than not, the Brazilian winger would just dislodge defenders with his skill, which leaves fouling as the only option to stop him. In other words, Neymar is unstoppable when he is in full flow and he has proved just that for PSG.
On the left wing, Neymar likes to cut inside and breeze past defenders with his sublime dribbling. With tricks up his sleeve, he can do all sorts of things to ridicule defenders and create openings. It's no surprise that the winger leads the list when it comes to attempted dribbles or dribbles completed.
Since his arrival from Barcelona, Neymar has amassed 88 goals and 54 assists in all competitions for PSG. Despite being injured numerous times, the 29-year-old's statistics shows how important he has been for Les Parisiens's success.
