Euro 2016: 10 best defenders in the tournament

#1 Leonardo Bonucci (Italy)

Leonardo Bonucci will look to carry his form for Juventus into the Euros

Pep Guardiola recently called him one of his ‘favourite ever players’. From the man who has reshaped modern day football and won a plethora of titles, that is high praise indeed.

Bonucci has had a fantastic season for Juventus, and his ability to ping long balls from deep in his own half with almost Andrea Pirlo like accuracy is a brilliant asset. Italy have a radically injury-hit squad, but if they manage to impress, expect Bonucci to be at the heart of a solid defense.