Midfielders play an important role in the modern football game. They serve as the fulcrum of the team, progressing the ball from the defense to attack.

Over the years, the likes of David Beckham, Frank Lampard, and many more have laid down astonishing landmarks for midfielders. Some exquisite midfielders have made names for themselves in recent times, due to their amazing performances.

Below is a list of [Top 15] PES 2021 Best midfielders who are amazing.

 

15. Hakan CALHANOGLU

The Turkish technician is a delight to watch because of his sweet stroke on the ball and passing ability. This 2020/21 season, he already has 6 goals and 8 assists in 17 appearances in Serie A. He is deadly from set-pieces. To him, distance is just a number.

Why is Hakan Calhanoglu amazing? 

• Creative playmaker
• Excellent free-kick taker

Player Card

• Age: 26
• Rating: 84
• Club: A.C Milan
• Position: Attacking Midfielder
• Preferred foot: Right
• Player Skills: Through passing, knuckle shot, long-range shooting, dipping shot, power driving shot

 

14. Sergio BUSQUETS

The Spaniard is a master of the Tiki-taka, evident in, his superb on-ball control and amazing passing ability. He is an intelligent reader of the game, delivering line-breaking passes that cripple defense lines.

He has a trophy-laden career, a 1x World cup winner, 3x UEFA Champions League winner, 8x La Liga winner, among many of his feats.

Why is Sergio Busquets amazing?

• Anchorman

Player Card

• Age: 32
• Rating: 88
• Preferred foot: Right
• Position: Defensive Midfielder
• Club: F.C. Barcelona
• Player Skills: Gamesmanship, interception, marseille turn,  one-touch pass, captaincy, fighting spirit 

 

13. CASEMIRO

The Brazilian midfielder is ruthless in defending and not too many attackers get past him– Which is evident in his ground and aerial duels won per game. He is also dangerous from direct free-kicks. He is an instrumental piece in midfield when playing PES 2021.

Why is Casemiro amazing?

• Anchor Man
• Long-range shooting

Player Card

• Age: 28
• Rating: 89
• Preferred foot: Right
• Position: Defensive midfielder
• Club: Real Madrid F.C.
• Player skills: Fighting spirit, gamesmanship, man-marking, interception

 

12. Frenkie De JONG

The Dutch youngster has been up the ranks in his position due to his silky-playing style. He was instrumental in the 2018/19 UEFA Champions League campaign with Ajax, named the UEFA Champions League midfielder of the season. He has been likened to the Johan Cryuff because of his sleek turns.

Why is Frenkie de Jong amazing?

• Orchestrator
• Box-to-Box midfielder

Player Card

• Age: 23
• Rating: 87
• Preferred foot: Right
• Club: F.C. Barcelona
• Position: Central midfielder
• Playing skills: Gamesmanship, one-touch pass, through passing

 

11. Paul POGBA

The French international is a delight to watch with the ball at his feet. He is so elegant on the ball, magically weaving his way past the opposition defence. His pinpoint passes are soothing for attackers that make well-timed runs.

He is a 1x World Cup winner, among many of his feats.

Why is Paul Pogba amazing?

• Box-to-Box midfielder
• Free-kick specialist
• Orchestrator

Player Card

• Age: 27
• Rating: 86
• Preferred foot: Right
• Club: Manchester United
• Position: Central midfielder
• Playing skills: Marseille turn, outside curler, through passing, no-look pass

 

10. Luka MODRIC

The Croatian is arguably one of the best midfielders in the world. His constant runs, well-timed passes and, long-range shooting have always been a problem for opposition teams.

In 2018, he won the Ballon d’Or, playing a pivotal role in his third consecutive UEFA Champions League victory with Real Madrid, and as well helping Croatia to their first-ever World Cup final.

Why is Luka Modric amazing?

• Long-range shooting
• Box-to-Box midfielder

Player Card

• Age: 35
• Rating: 86
• Preferred foot: Right
• Club: Real Madrid FC
• Position: Central midfielder
• Playing skills: One-touch pass, through passing, interception, gamesmanship

 

9. Leon GORETZKA

The German has an imposing physique and aggressive ball-winning ability. He has an eye for goal, scoring some spectacular goals in his career. He was nominated for the UEFA Team of the Year 2020 after he won the treble with F.C. Bayern Munich. He is a hardworking box-to-box midfielder, helping both defense and attack simultaneously.

Why is Leon Goretzka amazing?

• Box-to-Box midfielder
• Long-range shooting

Player Card

• Age: 25
• Rating: 85
• Preferred foot: Right
• Club: F.C. Bayern Munich
• Position: Central Midfielder
• Playing skills: Interception, fighting spirit, aerial prowess, acrobatic finishing

 

8. Toni KROOS

 

The German is one of the most technically-gifted midfielders the Bundesliga has ever produced. He has an impeccable understanding of the game, picking out pinpoint passes at ease, leading to a lot of big chances being created. He is referred to as a “One-man Orchestra”.

He is a natural winner for club and country, being a 1x World Cup winner, 4x UEFA Champions league among his bucket-load of trophies.

Why is Toni Kroos amazing?

• One-man orchestrator
• Free-kick specialist

Player Card

• Age: 30
• Rating: 88
• Preferred foot: Right
• Club: Real Madrid
• Position: Central midfielder
• Playing skills: Weighted pass, pinpoint crossing, long-range curler,  first-time shot

 

7. Thiago ALCANTARA

The Spaniard plays like he has got glue on his boots, because of his close ball control and amazing technique with the ball. He is pivotal in his team’s ball progression, due to his vast knowledge of the “Tiki-Taka” and his understanding of spaces.

He was instrumental in the 2020 Champions League victory of F.C. Bayern Munich, named in the starting XI of the UEFA Men’s Team of the Season, and a continental treble winner.

Why is Thiago Alcantara amazing?

• Orchestrator
• Box-to-Box midfielder

Player Card

• Age: 29
• Rating: 88
• Preferred foot: Right
• Position: Central midfielder
• Club: Liverpool F.C.
• Playing skills: Through passing, marseille turn, sole control, one-touch pass

 

6. Marco VERRATTI

Work ethic, hard work are qualities that describe the Italian powerhouse. He helps the team in regaining possession, winning ground duels, and occasionally scoring goals.

He won the UEFA Euros 2020 with Italy, among many of his feats.

Why is Marco Verratti amazing?

• Orchestrator

Player Card

• Age: 28
• Rating: 87
• Preferred foot: Right
• Position: Central Midfielder
• Club: Paris Saint Germain
• Playing skills: Gamesmanship, sliding tackle, marseille turn, one-touch pass

 

5. N’Golo KANTE

The French man is the example of a “Rolls-Royce” midfielder. He out-wrestles his opponents and regains possession back with ease. He is well-known for his excellent work rate and defensive acumen.

He was instrumental in Chelsea F.C’s victory at the 2020/21 Champions League campaign and was named the UEFA Men’s Champions League Midfielder of the season.

He is a 1x World Cup winner, 1x UEFA Champions League winner, 1x Premier League champion among many of his feats.

Why is N'golo Kante amazing?

• Box-to-Box midfielder
• Excellent tackler

Player Card

• Age: 29
• Rating: 88
• Preferred foot: Right
• Position: Defensive midfielder
• Club: Chelsea F.C.
• Playing skills: Sliding tackle, interception, fighting spirit, man-marking

 

4. JORGINHO

Precision and accuracy best define the Italian international. He plays as the orchestrator for his team, due to his close control, exquisite first touch, and superb passing ability.

He was voted 3rd place on the 2021 Ballon d’Or rankings, having won the UEFA Champions League, the UEFA Euros 2020, the UEFA Super cup all in 2021, a recognition well deserved.

Why is JORGINHO amazing?

• Orchestrator
• Penalty specialist

Player Card

• Age: 30
• Rating: 85
• Preferred foot: Right
• Position: Defensive Midfielder
• Club: Chelsea F.C.
• Playing skills: Gamesmanship, interception, sole control, one-touch pass, fighting spirit

 

3. Joshua KIMMICH

The German international has been praised for his versatility and compared to the great German, Philip Lahm. He is technically gifted, delivering pinpoint crosses.  

After winning the treble with F.C. Bayern Munich in 2020, he was included in the UEFA Team of the year, the FIFPro Men’s World 11, and was the UEFA Champions League Defender of the year.

Why is Joshua Kimmich amazing?

• Orchestrator
• Box-to-Box midfielder

Player Card

• Age: 25
• Rating: 89
• Preferred foot: Right
• Position: Defensive midfielder
• Club: F.C. Bayern Munich
• Playing skills: Captaincy, pinpoint crossing, interception, through passing, fighting spirit, weighted pass

 

2. Bruno FERNANDES

The Portuguese magician has been a revelation in recent times. Since his arrival to Manchester United in January 2020, producing outstanding records.

He is a 1x UEFA Nations League winner.

Why Bruno Fernandes is amazing?

• Creative playmaker
• Penalty specialist

Player Card

• Age: 26
• Rating: 88
• Preferred foot: Right
• Position: Attacking midfielder
• Club: Manchester United
• Player skills: Gamesmanship, sole control, long-range shooting, outside curler, one-touch pass

 

1. Kevin De BRUYNE

The Belgian maestro has his rightful place on top of this list. In the 2019/20 season, he equaled the record for most assists(20) in a single Premier League season, earning him the Best Playmaker of the 2019/20 season. His chances created are substantial in the goals scored by his team.”. 

He is a 3x Premier League champion among many that he has won.

Why is Kevin de Bruyne amazing?

• Creative Playmaker
• Free-kick specialist 

Player Card

• Age: 29
• Rating: 92
• Position: Attacking Midfielder
• Preferred Foot: Right
• Club: Manchester City
• Player Skills: Pinpoint crossing, long-range shooting, through passing, one-touch passing

 

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