Premier League 2018/19: 5 Best centre-backs this season

#3 Victor Lindelof

Victor Lindelof

Victor Lindelof endured a horrendous start to his Premier League campaign last season as he was culpable for two goals that Huddersfield Town scored.

As the previous term was more about him getting adept to the nature of the Premier League, Lindelof has finally demonstrated what he is capable of this time around. Manchester United’s backline has been a cause of concern ever since Ed Woodward failed at landing a quality centre-back last time around.

With the current roster, no manager can attempt to play in a back-three formation either and this limits the tactical flexibility of the team.

Moreover, players like Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo have hardly been fit enough to play for a stretch of games. Steps up, Victor Lindelof. The Swede has taken over the mantle of leading a feeble backline and has delivered his best performances under pressure from the opposition.

Technically, he is one of the best centre-backs one can come across. He is capable of playing either of right or the left side and is a natural leader, someone who takes the responsibility of guiding his partner along with him too.

Lindelof is a strong challenger, a concentrated man who senses danger and is unafraid to put his body at the line of the ball too prevent any danger.

His ball-playing abilities add a new dimension to United’s gameplay and he has gradually become an indispensable part of the setup. He registers 1.2 tackles in addition to 4.2 clearances per match and is undoubtedly one of the best in his position in the league currently.