Ranking the 10 best defensive midfielders in the world in 2023
As teams look to get more tactical and reinforce their defensive structure, maintain possession, and consistently progress play with quick decisions in set patterns of play, the defensive midfield position is becoming an increasingly coveted and demanded position in modern football.
Look no further than the fees Chelsea paid for Enzo Fernández and Real Madrid spent to sign Aurélien Tchouaméni, who shows up on this list.
Who joins him? Where does he rank?
Here are the 10 best defensive midfielders in the world right now.
10. Aleix García, Girona
Aleix García has been one of the sensations of the 2022/23 season, and he isn't the only breakout star who finds himself on this list of the best defensive midfielders in the world.
The Girona leader's numbers have to be seen to be bel...