Top 5 Underrated Footballers Right now

In the world of football we see a number of players going under the radar. The likes of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar Jr. etc are well-known because of their consistent and phenomenal performances.

But there are players who perform well on a weekly basis but doesn't get the complements and recognition they deserve.

Here's an attempt to list out some of the underrated footballers in the world right now.

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#5 Suso

Suso has been linked with a move back to Liverpool

First in our list we have the 24-year-old winger of AC Milan, Suso. The Spaniard has been a key player for AC Milan since his arrival in 2015. His performances have caught the attention of many clubs, including his former club Liverpool.

His instinct for key passes and occasional long range goals has earned him six goals and three assists in Serie A this season. He also has a pass percentage of 76 this season in Italy.

His consistent performances have also earned him a call up for the Spain national team. Having Suso gives AC Milan a good chance for winning the Europa League this season.

Hence we have no doubt that he would be a regular under current Milan manager Gennaro Gattuso.

Key Stat: Suso has an average of 2.4 Key Passes per game.

#4 Kalidou Koulibaly

Koulibaly is a summer target for Barcelona and Chelsea

At No.4 is the 26-year-old Centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly. The Senegalese international has put up some stellar performance for Napoli this season.

Comfortable with the ball, Koulibaly has an average of 2 tackles per games and has an average of 1.3 interceptions per game. Napoli have just conceded 15 goals in Serie A this season - the joint best defence with Juventus.

The side from Naples are currently sitting at the top of the table - above Juventus by a point and Koulibaly was a major role in his side's fine form.

Key Stat: Koulibaly has a pass percentage of 91.3, the highest for any Serie A defender this season.

#3 Wilfred Ndidi

Liverpool are apparently readying a move for Ngidi

Wilfred Ndidi has been a revelation for Leicester City ever since joining the club last season. The numbers prove that Ndidi has been a massive coup for the Midlands club this season.

Ndidi has an average of 1.3 interceptions per game and an average of 2.9 clearances per game which are pretty solid numbers for a central defensive midfielder this season. The Nigerian midfielder has also reportedly caught the eye of several Premier League clubs.

Key Stat: Ndidi has an average of 4.2 tackles per game, which is only second to Everton's Idrissa Gueye.

#2 Nabil Fekir

Fekir has been one of the standout performers in the Ligue 1 this season

At second we have the captain of Lyon, Nabil Fekir. It's safe to say that Fekir has been the main man for Lyon this season.

The 24-year-old Frenchman has 16 goals and six assists to his name in Ligue 1 this season. Fekir has been a long term target for Arsenal and some of the other major clubs.

He has stepped up his game this season along with his attacking partners Memphis Depay and Mariano Diaz. Lyon currently sit in the fourth position in the Ligue 1.

Key Stat: Fekir has involved in 22 goals for Lyon in Ligue 1 this season - the third highest contribution after PSG's Neymar and Edinson Cavani.

20 - Nabil Fekir is the first French player in the Top 5 European Leagues to reach the 20 goals scored in all comps this season. Russia.

— OptaJean (@OptaJean) February 7, 2018

#1 Roberto Firmino

Firmino recently said he wants to stay at Liverpool for a long time

Arguably the most underrated player in the Premier League at the moment is Roberto Firmino. Ever since the appointment of Jurgen Klopp, he has been flourishing, playing in the false No.9 position.

Firmino plays a key role in the pressing style implemented by Klopp at Liverpool. The Brazilian's work rate is one of the main features of his game. Firmino currently has 12 goals and six assists in the league this season.

The former Hoffenheim man also has an average of 1.3 tackles per game which is pretty good number considering he plays in an advanced position.

Key Stat: Firmino has been directly involved in more than 30 goals for Liverpool this season.