Signed from FC Porto to huge surprise, at the time of the signing Neves was rated as among the best young midfielders worldwide. However, what was Porto’s loss was Wolverhampton Wanderer’s gain, as Neves has developed into one of the most impressive holding midfielders in his age group.

A top quality operator with vision to match his tenancy, Neves is a yard of pace short of being rated as one of the best all-around midfielders around. That yard of pace, though, has been made up for with extra-special technique and vision.

What makes Rúben Neves worth watching?

Watch a Neves goals highlight reel and you might think you are watching the best player in the world. Neves scores beautiful goals from set-pieces and open play with regularity. Five in total so far have come this year so far, as well as a solitary assist.

An excellent defensive contributor, too, Neves can often snap the ball away from opponents or ensure it never reaches destination thanks to his impressive interceptions. Add in his raking long-range passes and disguised through balls, and Neves is a creative dynamo who packs a fair amount of power in his game.

Things to improve for Rúben Neves

Speaking of assists, there is a creative deficit in numbers given how well Neves sees the game. You would say that Neves should probably score and create more goals. He’s a solid threat from set-pieces both taking them and getting on the end, but can be a touch too wasteful with good positions on the pitch.

Add in his inconsistency when it comes to scoring on a regular basis, and it is easy to see why some can grow frustrated with Neves when it comes to consistent scoring and creative play. Even a shade more consistency on this end of the pitch would make a big difference to a midfielder who has everything except from natural pace.

Having started his early Arsenal career as an attack-minded left-back, today Bukayo Saka is one of their most prominent players in attack. Capable of playing on either wing with gusto and flair, the 19-year-old has quickly become one of the most important players at Arsenal.

However, despite his rapid rise to the top, it is the rounded nature of his game that ensures that Saka stands out as one of the most complete young players in England at the moment. How far could the youngster go?

What makes Bukayo Saka worth watching?

Despite not being an out and out natural forward, Saka has contributed an impressive 11 goals this year in all competitions. IN doing so, he has taken over 2 shots per game and tends to take the opponent on with aggressive, consistent dribbling. His ability to play in numerous roles within the team, too, is veery impressive. He has even played in the centre of the park a few times, offering Arsenal a versatile youngster who can attack from all angles.

By far and away his best position, though, has been on the right-hand side of attack, transforming the way that Gunners push forward. Really, his ability to attack, play one-twos, dribble past opponents, take opportune shots, and win set pieces is hugely impressive.

Things to improve for Bukayo Saka

For Saka, the main weakness definitely stems from staying in the game. He can flit out the game, to be expected at 19, but also tends to commit the crime of fading out of games quite badly on the defensive end. While this can be improved over time, it is the primary concern for the player.

If Saka can become more consistent defensively then he definitely stands a chance of being a quality box-to-box wide option for Arsenal for a long time to come.

As a long-term loanee at Leeds United, Jack Harrison has become a key cog of the Marcelo Bielsa era. His continual return on loan shows that the Argentine rates him as one of his best players, and his consistently excellent form under Bielsa has gone some way to helping show off that commitment to the cause.

Without a doubt, Harrison offers one of the best offensive outlets in the Premier League. While a chance at Manchester City might never arrive, we’re sure the Englishman will always have a home in Yorkshire.

What makes Jack Harrison worth watching?

With 11 goals contributed to in the league so far this year, Harrison has clocked over 2,000 minutes and has performed well for much of the season. Capable of playing off both wings and also from the middle, Harrison offers a versatile attacking option who can flit around the pitch, finding space and opportunity where many other players might have otherwise failed.

His excellent passing is a big bonus, too; unlike many wingers, Harrison focuses on clipped pass esas opposed to booming crosses. He also does have a good killer pass from deep, too, often helping to help set overlapping teammates free.

Things to improve for Jack Harrison

His main weakness is definitely his lack of defensive aggression. Though markedly improved under Bielsa, Harrison has never really made the impression that he can track a runner or really burst a gut to get back into defensive shape. This might be the one thing that would stop him from getting regular gametime at the top of the Premier League.

Attacking flair is no problem, ye while Harrison works hard it would be fair to say that he struggles to really make a big impact on the game when Leeds lose the ball. If that was to be improved, he would be an even better player.

For years, the idea of having an English footballer with the natural skillset of James Maddison was seen as fanciful. Ever since he first appeared on the scene, though, the youngster has looked a sublime talent. His first major moment came at Aberdeen, on loan from Norwich City, when he scored a sublime free-kick into Glasgow Rangers. Since then, he’s never really looked back.

What makes James Maddison stand out?

It would be hard to say just one thing that makes James Maddison a stand-out in the league. A creative talent with both assists and goals aplenty, he’s a creative fulcrum for Leicester City. His crossing, his ability to shoot from distance, and his movement makes him so hard to mark. He also links up very well with his teammates, playing tremendously well alongside some very important players.

He’s become a creative spark in the league, and one of the most important players to Leicester. If he was to become injured, they’d lose much of their creativity. He’s a fantastic set-piece taker, too, and tends to make the right choice. For one so young, he’s got a much greater understanding of the game than most would expect.

What does James Maddison need to work on?

However, where Maddison needs to work heavily on his game is defensively. While in the past a player of his creative skills could get by simply coasting, today that is not the case. Even at Leicester, his lack of defensive quality can be a bit of a standout issue.

Before Maddison could take that next step to a major Premier League contender, he’ll need to become better defensively. And he could do with becoming more reliable in the air, too; for someone so naturally fit, strong, and tall, he’s not great in the air. If he can work on these things, though, Maddison would be one of the most complete midfielders in the country.