PSG as a whole had an underwhelming campaign as Lille took home the Ligue 1 title. Neymar had a disappointing season just as he finally appeared to be putting his incredible ball skills to use and being productive in a team setting. Stade Brestois v Paris Saint-Germain - Ligue 1 / Xavier Laine/Getty Images 8. Unfortunately, he only made five league appearances during the 2020-21 campaign after an ACL injury back in October. He's excellent on set pieces and has 13 goals in his four Premier League seasons. And, perhaps more than other central defenders, he engages in the attack often. His tackling and timing on the ground and in the air set him apart. He's fast, a technical marvel, excellent with his ball-placement and is one of the best ball-challengers in the world. Since joining The Reds in 2018, the 29-year-old Van Dijk has been a rock at the back. Along with Sadio Mane (see below) and Mohamed Salah, the Dutchman has been a key part of Liverpool's turnaround in top flight competition. ![]() While Manchester City's Ruben Dias has entered the fray and won the FWA Footballer of the Year Award for the 2020-21 Premier League season, Van Dijk still holds the edge for me. Virgil Van Dijk is, quite simply, the best centre back in the world right now. ![]() Aston Villa v Liverpool - Premier League / Marc Atkins/Getty Images 9.
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