Best XI of the Bundesliga 2021-22 season so far

Right-back: Joshua Kimmich (Bayern Munich)

One of the most versatile players in Bundesliga

There's no better defensive midfielder than Joshua Kimmich, but we've put him here due to a lack of options at right-back—a position he knows well.

A veritable Swiss Army knife of a player, he offers immense value in both attacking and defensive roles.

The German international has scored three Bundesliga goals and assisted four while averaging 2.6 key passes per game, an indication of his playmaking brilliance.

Unfortunately, Kimmich missed Bayern's last six games through COVID-19 and subsequently a lung problem, ending the first-half of his campaign prematurely.

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Centre-back: Nico Schlotterbeck (Freiburg)

Schlotterbeck is making waves in the Bundesliga this season

Freiburg have been the story of the season thus far, currently sitting in third place with the joint-best defensive record in the division.

A key player in their stoic backline has been Nico Schlotterbeck, a 22-year-old centre-back who has had a breakout campaign so far.

Combining his positional awareness with game-reading acumen and aerial prowess, the youngster even kept Erling Haaland at bay in their shock 2-1 victory against Borussia Dortmund on matchday two.

Schlotterbeck's meteoric rise didn't go unnoticed on the international stage, with Hansi Flick calling him up to the German squad in September.

Although he remained an unused substitute on the bench, it won't be long before he officially breaks into the side if the defender continues his incredible form into 2022.

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Centre-back: Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich)

Upamecano has been a vital addition to Bayern's squad

Dayot Upamecano became the latest young prospect to join Bayern Munich from a domestic rival club following a sensational switch from RB Leipzig in the summer after prior agreeing a deal.

The 23-year old has acclimatized to life in the new surroundings very comfortably, taking no time to establish himself in Bayern's defense and consistently leading by example.

The Frenchman has been key to stopping opposition attacks with his ball-winning capabilities and impeccable vision, while also demonstrating his attacking side of the game with five goal-contributions.

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Left-back: Alphonso Davies (Bayern Munich)

Sky's the limit for 21-year-old Davies

Bayern's very own 'Road Runner' Alphonso Davies is having another fine season, making a telling impact at both ends of the pitch.

He uses his whirlwind pace to make timely recovery runs and is constantly looking to improve at positioning.

The Canadian star, who won his country's best player award once again, has also created four league assists, the joint-most for a defender in the Bundesliga so far this season.

Although all his assists came only until the month of October, Davies has still been valuable when it came to acting as an effective ball-carrier and creating space for his attacking cohorts.