10 best midfielders of 2017

Modified Dec 31, 2017 12:36 GMT

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#7 Paul Pogba (Manchester United)

Manchester United v Burnley - Premier League — Paul Pogba is one of Mourinho's favourite players at Manchester United

The Manchester United man was judged harshly by his transfer fee when he first made the move to the Premier League, but the Frenchman has slowly but surely silenced his critics with his dynamic performances in the heart of midfield for the Red Devils.

A complete midfielder, Pogba is capable of contributing to the attack and is also a menacing presence while defending. Blessed with supreme skill, physicality and pace, the 24-year-old superstar has quickly developed into one of United's most important players.

In facr, when the Frenchman was out with a suspension, the Premier League giants looked like a shadow of themselves and struggled to control the midfield battle. Simply superb in United's Europa League triumph and the first half of the Premier League this season, Pogba will be hopeful of continuing his good form in 2018.

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