Ballon d'Or 2017: 5 players who deserved to be ranked higher

#4 Philippe Coutinho (Rank 29)

Coutinho is definitely among the world's best playmakers at the moment

When clubs like Barcelona and PSG are ready to break the bank for a player, you know that he is pretty special. Liverpool’s magician Philippe Coutinho has mesmerised the Premier League with his stunning performances in the last few seasons. Capable of the spectacular and a perfect fit under Jurgen Klopp, the little Brazilian has steadily enhanced his reputation as Liverpool’s standout performer.

Known for his agility and dribbling skills, Coutinho has largely improved on his passing and vision in the last few years and is now a regular provider of assists for his team-mates. A typical Brazilain number 10, Coutinho is most comfortable playing as an attacking midfielder though he has also played on the left-flank on a number of occasions.

Last season, Coutinho was Liverpool's top scorer and was certainly one of the best players in the Premier League. Ranked joint lowest along with Dries Mertens, the little Brazilian will be feeling slightly hard done by the Ballon d'Or voting and ranking list.