Best footballers in the world: 5 most disciplined center backs this season

#1 Leonardo Bonucci (Italy, Juventus)

The Italian has been massive for Juventus ever since he returned from AC Milan and together with Chiellini, has formed a formidable partnership at the back for the Old Lady. They have lost just one game in the league this season, and just five in total in all competitions.

Bonucci is an extremely talented ball playing defender who reads the game superbly from the back. It is from here that he sends in long balls into the path of his forwards. He is an effective contributor from the back - the Italian has already scored twice and also has a couple of assists to his name.

He is always on the lookout for the runs of his forwards, but is rarely caught off guard when the opposition come calling. As such, he does not dive into tackles at every chance, but uses his wisdom and experience to always maintain his position well.

This season, the Italian has averaged a mere 0.3 fouls per game in the Serie A and 0.5 fouls per game in the Champions league. He has picked up just one card from 32 appearances in all competition and is the most disciplined central defender in the world at the moment.

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