10 players across Europe who exceeded expectations this season

8) Sergi Roberto

Roberto (L) in a game against Celta Vigo

Game time is certainly hard to come by when you’re playing football in a side that churns out midfield maestros, but Sergi Roberto has risen to the challenge this season to not only compete but earn a regular first-team place in the Blaugrana eleven.

In 26 appearances in La Liga, the 24-year-old has maintained an average passing accuracy of 88%, meanwhile making five assists. The club from Catalonia are well on course to complete another treble and Roberto could be integral to a club that has had its fair share of casualties in midfield this term.