Top 5 players who have made the most tackles so far this season in Europe's big five leagues 

#3 Dimitri Liénard (Strasbourg) — 15 tackles

Dimitri Liénard has 15 successful tackles off 6 games

Considering Ligue 1 giants PSG's squad depth this season, it won't be unfair to say that the remaining 19 teams are fighting for the second spot. One such team, Strasbourg, occupies the 9th spot on the table.

With a goal difference of zero, Strasbourg has maintained an equal proportion in terms of attack and defense. Though the team's attack is led by the entire forward unit, their defense mainly relies on their central defensive midfielder, Dimitri Liénard.

The 33-year-old Frenchman has made more tackles than a majority of defenders within the league. He has 15 successful tackles off six games, averaging 2.5 tackles per 90 minutes.

Just as his numbers, Liénard's tackle success rate, which is close to 65%, is impressive as well. The Strasbourg CDM had his best day so far this season against Brest. With 11 duels won and four tackles made, Dimitri Liénard stood out as one of the best players in the game.

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#2 Valentin Rongier (Marseille) — 16 tackles

Valentin Rongier has always been one of the best tacklers around.

Though not as good as PSG, Marseille are on a good run of their own so far this season. The current Ligue 1 second-place team have registered four wins out of six league games and are the only team (other than PSG) yet to taste a defeat.

Credit for the same goes for Marseille's defensive unit. They have done a fine job in restricting their opponent's attackers from bulging their net. While the team's back four look formidable, none can deny the amount of help they get from the midfield. Particularly from Valentin Rongier, who has always been one of the best tacklers around.

The former Nantes midfielder has managed 16 tackles off just five Ligue 1 games. He was in his best form against AS Monaco where he registered 100% tackle success rate.

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#1 Jimmy Cabot (Angers) — 18 tackles

Jimmy Cabot has played a crucial role in helping his side grab third spot as of now

Another Ligue 1 defender on the list! This time it is Jimmy Cabot from Angers. With 18 tackles to his name so far, Jimmy Cabot has played a crucial role in helping his side grab third spot in the league table as of now.

A regular starter for his side, Jimmy Cabot has been consistent with his performances. Against Lyon and Nantes, Jimmy Cabot put on a stellar show. While he graced more in an attacking role against Lyon, it was against Nantes where Angers could benefit from Cabot's defensive prowess.

Jimmy Cabot has averaged 2.6 successful tackles per match.