5 best right-backs in the world right now

Real Madrid v Deportivo La Coruna - La Liga
A natural right-back

#3 Antonio Valencia, Manchester United

Manchester United v Everton - Premier League
Valencia is getting better with age

Like a fine wine, Antonio Valencia is only getting better with age. The 32-year-old is a natural winger who has been converted into a right-back at Old Trafford.

Manchester United has the best defensive record in Premier League this season and Valencia is at the heart of it. In 2017/18, he made 22 appearances for Manchester United in Premier League and was superb on the right flank.

The Ecuadorian is physically strong with great stamina and is always applauded for his excellent work-rate. He possesses good pace and is known for his exquisite crossing abilities.

He averages 2.2 tackles per game in his last two Premier League seasons and is brilliant in one-on-one situations. Though he is 32, there are only a handful of players in Premier League who can outrun him.

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