Top 10 African Players in the world right now

Liverpool currently have the three most expensive African player of all time
Liverpool currently have the three most expensive African player of all time

#6. Naby Keita - Guinea and RB Leipzig

Keita agreed a move to join Liverpool in 2018
Keita agreed a move to join Liverpool in 2018

Naby Keita gained worldwide attention this summer after there was intense speculation linking him with a move to Liverpool. Although a move didn’t happen this summer, the Reds agreed on a deal with Leipzig which will see Keita join them in 2018 ahead of the next season.

Liverpool opted to tie up a deal for the player a year ahead to ensure that no other club comes in for a player that has a big future.

The 22-year-old is a midfielder like no other. His work rate, stamina and technical ability make him a huge asset for any team. Considering his age, he will only get better in the years to come.

Keita was voted into the Bundesliga team of the season for 2016/17 with the second highest number of votes - only Robert Lewandowski garnered more votes than the Guinean.

The Leipzig star averaged 2.05 tackles won, 3.05 interceptions and 1.53 chances created per 90 minutes in the league last season! This shows how immensely effective he is at both ends of the pitch. He also had 8 goals and 7 assists to his name last season as he helped Leipzig finish second and qualify for the Champions League.

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