Euro 2016: 10 best defenders in the tournament

#4 Mats Hummels (Germany)

Mats Hummels is Germany’s pillar at the back

Mats Hummels has been one of the most sought after central defenders for years. His transfer to Bayern will have annoyed many Dortmund fans, but expect him to turn up undistracted for Die Mannschaft, hoping he recovers in time for Germany’s second group match.

Elegant on the ball, there is a joy in watching him play and he was on the shortlist for the 2014 World Cup Golden Ball. Expect him to impress again at the heart of a strong German team.