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#4. Dan-Axel-Zagadou (Borussia Dortmund)
The strong, French defender was brought in from Paris Saint-Germain at the start of last season. However, he wasn’t able to make his mark and played only a handful of games.
The appointment of Lucien Favre brought renewed hope for the Frenchman, with the Swiss displaying a penchant for developing young players. After being thrust into the deep end, Zagadou has emerged with flying colours thus far.
The French defender has been a colossus at the back for Dortmund on their way to the top of the Bundesliga. In 7 league apperances, Zagadou has averaged nearly 6 clearances per game, in addition to the 2.6 interceptions he has come up with.
At 1.96m, he is an imposing figure at the back and rarely gets outjumped or outmuscled. Additionally, he is adept with the ball at his feet. In the league, Zagadou has averaged 74.7 passes per game, at an accuracy of 86%.
Zagadou has all the ingredients to become a top-drawer centre back. However, with the embarrassment of riches France enjoy at the moment, he might have to wait for his turn to put on the famous blue jersey.
With his best years ahead of him, Zagadou will only improve. Hence, he is one who will stay on the radar of every top club in years to come. Thus, he comfortably slots into our list at No.4.
