#3 Casemiro
Under the tutelage of Zinedine Zidane, Casemiro has gone from strength to strength in order to make a name for himself as one of the best defensive midfielders in the football world.
A vital cog in Real Madrid's machinery, the Brazil international enjoyed a phenomenal 2017/18 season where he inspired Los Blancos to their historic Champions League three-peat, netting seven goals and creating three more across all competitions.
Casemiro is one of those few players who perfectly befits the said introduction with regard to his unhonoured contributions for the team. The 26-year-old is currently a crucial figure in Real Madrid's midfield which largely pivots on the likes of Toni Kroos, Luka Modric and the Brazilian himself.