The Brazilian has almost everything. Strong in the tackle and commanding in the air, the former AC Milancenter backwas outstanding in the 2010-11 season as the Rossoneri won their first Italian title since 2004. Silva is so comfortable on the ball, that he was even deployed in midfield by coach Massimiliano Allegri when injuries hit the squad. His performances prompted PSG to pay 46 million euros for the player in July 2012 and he quickly helped the club to their first Ligue 1 title since 1994.
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2. Gerard Pique (Spain & Barcelona)
Many at Barcelona believe this product of the La Masia youth system will go on to captain the club. He was a key protagonist as Spain won the World Cup in South Africa. A composed defender who is strong in the air and the tackle, Pique is also adept at launching his team's attacks. And he even claims to know all of Cristiano Ronaldo's tricks from their time together at Manchester United.
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3. Vincent Kompany (Belgium & Manchester City)
The Belgium defender was heralded as one of the most exciting defensive prospects in the game in his early years at Anderlecht. He has duly delivered on that promise, and is now regarded as one of the best in the world. The unflappableManchester City defender is quick, strong and dominant in the air. He has helped City to two Premier League titles, an FA Cup and a League Cup.
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4. Mats Hummels (Germany & Borussia Dortmund)
A fine ball playing central defender who was key to Germany's 2014 World Cup success. Hummels netted a key goal against France in the quarter finals as Germany went on to conquer all before them. But it is at the other end of the field where Hummels really shows his worth, producing the sort of key tackles and interceptions that make him the target of many of Europe's top clubs.
Chelsea defender John Terry. Richard Heathcote / Getty Images
5. John Terry (Chelsea)
Terry's career looked to be winding down three or four years ago as he was regularly getting caught out for pace. But his positional sense remains and the former England international was fantastic alongside Gary Cahill during the Blues' 2014-15 title winning campaign. Jose Mourinho even suggested his performance in the 0-0 draw at Arsenal that season was the best he had ever produce.
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