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#7 JAMES MADDISON (Leicester City) - 2.5 key passes
One among many talented young players at Leicester City, James Maddison has well and truly established himself as one of England's best midfielders.
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Having joined from Norwich City in 2018 for £20 million, Maddison's impact for the Foxes was clearly visible. Predominantly an attacking midfielder, the England international has also played centrally as well as on the wings for his club. His injury late in the season certainly affected Leicester's chances of qualifying for Champions League football.
The 23-year old made 31 appearances in the Premier League for Brendan Rodgers' side, scoring six goals and providing three assists. His excellent creativity has often propelled Leicester's midfield.
Maddison has been linked with both Manchester clubs in the past, although it has been suggested that the former Coventry City player could sign a new contract with the Foxes.
#6 LIONEL MESSI (Barcelona) - 2.7 key passes
Arguably the greatest player to have played the game, Lionel Messi's legend increases on a daily basis.
Barcelona are in disarray, and have just lost the league title to arch-rivals Real Madrid. Despite all the controversial activities off the field, Messi has shone throughout the season, and has been at his brilliant best. The best creator, passer and goalscorer for Barcelona, "Messidependencia" is in full flow.
The Argentina international made 33 appearances in La Liga for Barcelona, scoring 25 goals and providing 21 assists. He has been Barcelona's best outfield player in a dismal season for the Catalans.
With just a year left in his contract, it has been suggested that the 33-year old might leave Barcelona out of sheer frustration. Manchester City are the obvious club to go to, although the Camp Nou outfit should try and do whatever they can to keep their talisman.
#5 LUIS ALBERTO (Lazio) - 2.8 key passes
In a Lazio squad filled with talent, Luis Alberto has enjoyed another fine creative season.
Alberto joined Lazio from Liverpool in 2016 for a fee of £4 million. The Spain international had a slow start to his Lazio career, but his second season saw him emerge as a key first-team member. An exceptional creator with good dribbling ability, Alberto has predominantly played in the centre of the park for the Italian side.
The former Sevilla man has played 34 games in Serie A so far for Lazio, scoring six goals and providing 15 assists. Alberto has formed a strong midfield partnership with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
Alberto's performances have not gone unnoticed. The 27-year has been linked with Barcelona, as well as a move to Liverpool's arch-rivals Everton.
#4 ALEJANDRO GOMEZ (Atalanta) - 2.9 key passes
The talisman of an exciting Atalanta team, Alejandro "Papu" Gomez has been a fine servant for the Italian side.
Gomez joined Atalanta from Metalist Kharkiv for a fee of £4 million in 2014. The Argentina international has made more than 30 appearances in the league in five of his six seasons at the club, highlighting his influence. Currently, he is also the captain of Atalanta.
This season under Gian Piero Gasperini, the 32-year old has been utilized as a central midfielder, a left-winger and as a striker. A creative force with good dribbling and passing ability, Gomez has been a nightmare for opposition defenders. He has played 34 games in the league this season, scoring six goals and grabbing 16 assists.
The former Catania player is a firm favourite among Atalanta fans, and looks set to enjoy the twilight of his career with the club.
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