Foreign media selects the top 10 active central defenders: Van Dijk is the first

In the hot summer and when major top leagues are still in offseason, according to custom, the media will also rank the players' strength to interact with more fans.

Not long ago, Sports Illustrated FC selected the top 10 central defenders in active world football.

1, Van Dijk

He is the ultimate contradiction: a tall giant with a speed-up ability like a sprinter, a player with a Rolls-Royce-like elegant temperament, and a battlefield general-oriented command ability. Imagine a giant truck with a Ferrari engine, gliding like a Bentley.

In the media's opinion, Van Dijk is not just a central defender - because he is the real central defender. He is a full range of players. No offensive player wants to attack him. He is a leader, a wall, a force of nature.

It is hard to imagine that if Van Dijk had not suffered any injury at the time, would Liverpool's performance be better?

2, Saliba has a combination of elegance and steely temperament, which is rare today - he is calm in the ball, fierce in fighting, and forms a world-class partner with Gabriel, and they work together to build one of the most powerful defense lines in Europe.

However, Arsenal's conservative strategy in the transfer market has hindered Saliba's development - if Arsenal has not achieved better results in recent years, then it is believed that Real Madrid will launch an offensive against Saliba sooner or later. Considering that Rudiger and others also have age and injuries, perhaps his next step is likely to be to land at the Bernabeu!

3, Bastoni

In Inter Milan, whether in the four-back or the three-back formation, Bastoni has become the team's defensive core. He is not the fastest player on the court, but he doesn't need to be. His style of play is based on prediction, awareness and a position that is enough to make Maldini proud. Bastoni, who is nearly 1.9 meters tall, has similar physical advantages and air control capabilities as Chiellini at his peak, as well as calm and precise passes similar to Bonucci.

So, if you have to say which players from Inter Milan are non-selling, except Lautaro and Barrera, the one that must not be ignored is Bastoni!

4. Rudiger's comments are mixed - he is sometimes crazy and annoying to his opponents; but if he is your teammate, his job of interception, stealing, and prediction will be reassuring.

So, in the media's view, in this era where coaches are well-trained and value the overall defensive system, Rudiger is an outlier - he is both a retro but also a maverick player.

If he could be a few years younger, perhaps his ranking would be a little higher.

5. Gabriel

Gabriel has excellent physical fitness and a strong sense of competition, which also poses a huge threat on the defensive end. From the offense and defense of set pieces, he is almost unparalleled - he can break through the opponent's defensive players and contribute key goals, and can also intercept the opponent's threat well in the penalty area of his own side.

Of course, this difficult problem facing Arsenal must actually become a tangle in Gabriel's heart - if Arsenal is always just a running role in the championship, is it necessary to stay here all the time?

6. Conat

The already strong and tall Conat has improved his other defensive skills over the years he has followed Van Dyke.

Of course, if such a good young central defender cannot implement the contract renewal as soon as possible, he will undoubtedly become a "hot potato" - after Arnold, it was rumored that Real Madrid's next target for defensive signing is in the Premier League. One is Saliba from Arsenal, and the other is Liverpool's French central defender Connate.

So, after the failure of Arnold's contract renewal, can Liverpool do a good job in Connert in advance?

7, KuBasi

Since Puyol and Pique retired, many defenders have tried to fill the vacancy they left in Barcelona, but they all ended in failure.

But with the arrival of KuBazi, all Barcelona fans must have seen hope - his calmness in possession, his accurate interpretation of the game, and his innate backcourt offense all demonstrate his talent as a defensive genius.

If Yamal is the biggest highlight of Barcelona's future, then Ku and Brazil are undoubtedly a solid foundation to ensure Barcelona's future!

8. Marginhos

Since the summer of 2013, Marginhos has been in Paris for a full 12 years, and he has also allowed himself to grow into the indispensable core of the Paris defense and the most reassuring guarantee for the team to win the championship.

Of course, as a representative of the lightweight central defender, his strength in defensive skills is undoubtedly the key to his ability to become a world-class central defender.

9. William Pacho

Although Pacho is less than 24 years old, the year he joined Paris has undoubtedly allowed him to complete evolution and transformation - his speed, confrontation and agility advantages are fully reflected in many key games in Paris.

Perhaps after captain Marginhos, Paris's defense will really rely on his performance.

10, Heysen

Although Heysen is a little thin, what really attracts is his confidence. He is skilled, calm and calm under pressure, and fearless in possession of the ball.. Not only can he clear the danger, he can also dribble the ball forward and break through the defense with passes, and has a bold style of play rare among players of his age.

Maybe he has not met the expectations of the outside world yet-but all signs indicate that if Real Madrid can wait and develop patiently, perhaps the next defensive superstar is about to be born.