5. Martin Odegaard (Arsenal) Martin Odegaard has now established himself as one of the best playmakers in Europe. The Arsenal captain played a key role in helping the Gunners finish second last season, expertly marshalling the satellites in midfield with exceptional qualities.
The Norwegian midfielder’s playmaking skills are enhanced by his excellent vision, allowing him to make precise passes through tight spaces, thereby unlocking the defense.
His ability to spot space, move around teammates and make creative passes made him a force to be reckoned with, especially in the final third.
He scored 15 goals and had 8 assists in 45 appearances in all competitions for Arsenal last season.
4. Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid) Antoine Griezmann is one of the best attacking players of his generation and his football success is amplified by his tactical vision. He is a dynamic force on the field thanks to his natural ability to read the game.
The Atletico Madrid striker can quickly assess different situations unfolding before him and adjust his play accordingly. Griezmann’s extraordinary vision is reflected in his movement and he regularly makes incisive runs and pops into open spaces.
Griezmann is also one of the most technically gifted players of his generation and his precise passing ability has helped elevate him to the ranks of elite playmakers.
The 32-year-old scored 16 goals and had 19 assists in 48 appearances in all competitions for the Rojiblancos in the 2022-23 season.
3. Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United) Bruno Fernandes has created more chances (254) in the Premier League since joining Manchester United in January 2020 than any other player in the competition.
Kevin De Bruyne, considered the most creative midfielder on the planet, is second on that list having created 235 chances in that period.
Fernandes has played a key role for the Red Devils in recent seasons and is the most important player in their squad. In his absence, United could look sterile and unimaginative.
The 28-year-old had 15 assists in addition to scoring 14 goals in 59 appearances in all competitions for Manchester United last season.
2. Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) Lionel Messi possesses the ability to understand the game telepathically and is said to be the greatest soccer player of all time. In addition to being one of the greatest goalscorers in football history, Messi also stands out for his incredible vision.
The 36-year-old has the ability to find passes and create chances that are unimaginable to the majority of his colleagues.
The Argentine legend has been in decline in recent years. But he continues to be one of the best players thanks to his incredible football skills and vision.
Messi scored 21 goals and had 20 assists in 41 appearances in all competitions for PSG in the 2022-23 season.
1. Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City) Having 31 assists in all competitions in the season that won the historic treble on the continent is full proof of a player’s extraordinary vision and creating skills. . De Bruyne is arguably the best midfielder of his generation.
The Belgian icon displays his incredible vision on the field, easily spotting openings that other players might miss.
He can often be seen creating goalscoring opportunities from scratch and possesses an unrivaled understanding of the game.
De Bruyne was a visionary and he will go down in history as one of the best players of the Premier League era.
Dang Nguyen
