5 players who have shocked everyone with their performances this season

#4 Nabil Fekir

Fekir has enjoyed a terrific season at Lyon

Olympique Lyon's 24-year-old captain is the real deal right now. Tipped by many to become the heir to Zinedine Zidane's throne in French football, the resemblances are unccanny - both the playmakers have phenomenal vision and skills with the ball and are of Algerian descent.

"Nabil is an incredible player. He impressed me technically," said Zizou.

The Frenchman's form has exploded in 2017-18, as he has 21 goals and 7 assists in just 34 games in all competitions. This translates to a ridiculous 0.8 goal contributions every game.

In Europe's Top-5 leagues only Messi, Neymar, Cavani, Salah, Immobile, and Fekir are averaging over 1 goal contributions per 90 min this season and considering how Fekir plays deeper than the others, it is something to be proud of.

He is an excellent dribbler and ranks 6th in most dribbles per 90 minutes in Europe. Also a dead ball specialist, he has scored 3 from such situations and the winger is handy in winning aerial duels too, winning 46% of them.

He is not mentioned in the same regard as Neymar, Cavani or Mbappe but he is entitled to more appreciation. He has taken everyone by storm this season with his performances and come the summer, the big clubs will be on the prowl for his signature.