5 best right-backs in the world right now

Watford FC v Liverpool FC - Premier League
Watford FC v Liverpool FC - Premier League

#3 Reece James | Chelsea

Aston Villa v Chelsea - Premier League
Aston Villa v Chelsea - Premier League

England's right-back choices are the envy of the world, with some of the best players in the world in his position currently representing the Three Lions.

Reece James is a product of Chelsea's famed academy. After an excellent loan spell with Wigan Athletic in the Championship, James returned to Chelsea and became an important member of the senior squad, producing good performances regularly.

Under Thomas Tuchel, James has improved. A physically gifted and intelligent player, the 21-year-old can still develop. With Kyle Walker and Kieran Trippier now in their 30s, James and Trent Alexander-Arnold will likely fight it out for the right-back squad for England in the near future.


#2 Trent Alexander-Arnold | Liverpool

Liverpool FC v Real Madrid - UEFA Champions League Quarter Final: Leg Two
Liverpool FC v Real Madrid - UEFA Champions League Quarter Final: Leg Two

Trent Alexander-Arnold endured a quiet 2020/21 season by his lofty standards but still managed to produce good numbers.

One of the best right-backs in the world, Alexander-Arnold is touted by many to be a generational talent. World-class offensively, the England international is an excellent creative player who has been appreciated for his passing and deadball expertise.

The 22-year-old was not part of the England squad for the Euros due to an injury. Alexander-Arnold has made 179 appearances in all competitions for Liverpool, scoring 10 goals and providing 44 assists.


#1 Achraf Hakimi | Paris Saint-Germain

Udinese Calcio v FC Internazionale - Serie A
Udinese Calcio v FC Internazionale - Serie A

Achraf Hakimi has been in incredible form for some time and is the best right-back in the world right now.

A product of Real Madrid's academy, Hakimi moved to Borussia Dortmund on a two-year loan, where he showcased his potential. A highly creative, attack-minded player, the Moroccan can play on the wings or as a left-back if needed.

Hakimi joined Inter Milan last summer and helped them win the Serie A. Inter Milan, due to their financial conditions, reluctantly sold him to Paris Saint-Germain recently for a fee of £54 million. The 22-year-old scored on his league debut for the Ligue 1 giants and is set to be a key player for them this season.


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