Top Five: Potential successors to Xavi’s throne at Barcelona

5. Christian Eriksen – Ajax

Eriksen has become a star in Europe with his dominating displays for Ajax in the Eredivisie, his effortless and smooth manner is something to behold when he is in possession of the ball. Eriksen is in a very similar mold to Xavi and his passing abilities rival that of the Barcelona legend as they both can deploy the long switch across field or the Tika Taka short game. The smooth passing range and the ability to create chances from nothing gives him the creative spark. Eriksen has the talent and experience to dominate the midfield like Xavi has done for many years and could be a very important part of the new era of Barcelona.