5 most creative players in the world right now

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#3 Neymar (Paris Saint-Germain)

Manchester City v Paris Saint-Germain - UEFA Champions League Semi Final: Leg Two

Neymar is one of the best players in world football, and one of the most marketable athletes in the world.

The forward is the most expensive player in football, having cost Paris Saint-Germain an eyewatering €222 million in 2017. At Barcelona, Neymar became one of the very best in the world, playing a crucial role as the Camp Nou outfit won the treble in 2015.

Last season was a disappointing one for Neymar and Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazil international made just 15 Ligue 1 starts, scoring nine goals and providing five assists as Paris Saint-Germain lost the league title to Lille. The 29-year old helped his country reach the final of Copa America 2021, but Brazil lost to Argentina.

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#2 Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)

Manchester City v Everton - Premier League

Kevin De Bruyne and Jack Grealish will soon be teammates, and it is hard to imagine what will stop Pep Guardiola's side from winning every possible trophy with the two superstars in full flow.

Kevin De Bruyne is the best midfielder in the world and one of the best players of the modern generation. An excellent passer, chance creator and crosser, the Belgium international has been one of the Premier League's finest ever since he joined Manchester City from Wolfsburg in 2015.

Kevin De BruyneRaheem SterlingPhil FodenRiyad MahrezFerran TorresBernardo SilvaJack Grealish 🤯 Fair to say Pep Guardiola will have some decent options to pick from... pic.twitter.com/NcsnagrhTZ

— WhoScored.com (@WhoScored) August 4, 2021

De Bruyne's importance to Manchester City is enormous. The arrival of Grealish will reduce the burden on the 30-year old, who had his issues with injuries last season.

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#1 Lionel Messi (Barcelona)

FC Barcelona v RC Celta - La Liga Santander

Lionel Messi is the greatest player to have played the game, and is arguably the greatest creative force of all time.

A one-club man, Messi made his debut for Barcelona in 2004 and immediately displayed his world-class abilities. The Argentina international is a generational talent, someone who has defined Barcelona and the Argentina national team for some time now.

Leo Messi’s staying at Barcelona and signing a new contract, it’s never been in doubt. Official announcement loading... finally expected soon. Could be matter of hours [...but not today]. 🔴🔵🇦🇷 #FCB #MessiNew deal between Messi and Barça will be signed until June 2026.

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 4, 2021

The 34-year old has shown no signs of slowing down. He was Argentina's best player as they won the Copa America 2021, and Messi looks rejuvenated after the triumph. There was heavy speculation that Messi could leave Barcelona this summer, but the forward has reportedly signed a new deal with the club.

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