Top 10 active footballers apart from Ronaldo and Messi 

#7 Thomas Muller (Bayern Munich)

Mueller has achieved a great success at an early stage in his career

Not many in the football world can maintain the level of consistency Thomas Muller can. The German announced himself in the FIFA World Cup 2010 after eye-catching performances for Die Mannschaft and since then, he has never looked back.

A product of the youth ranks at Bayern Munich, Muller has established himself as one of the top-notch versatile forwards of the generation. He is capable of playing as a second striker, winger, attacking midfielder and a centre-forward. Throughout his career, the German international has been praised for performing equally well on both the club and the international level.

Along with Frank Ribery and Arjen Robben, the midfielder has played a huge role in carrying forward the legacy of the Bavarians. He's the best example of Bayern's philosophy of producing and developing young starlets. For the past ten years, he has been a crucial piece of the Bavarian attack. Mueller was an important asset in Bayern's historic treble-winning season in 2012-13.

Tactical intelligence, an ability to perform well under pressure and composure are the best attributes of the German. His set of skills makes him a wanted player for every big club in Europe.

Thomas Muller is undoubtedly one of the most successful players of his age. When he retires, he will certainly have a beautiful bunch of memories to take away with him.