Dayot Upamecano, the football litmus test
One of the most front-footed, aggressive defenders around and because of this, he can sometimes get caught out and make mistakes
But thereโs a reason Deschamps, Nagelsmann and every manager he has ever had starts him consistently
1v1, thereโs not many defenders better. Weโve already seen him keep up and stop Mbappe and Vinicius, two of the most explosive players in the world
And on the ball, he can carry, he can pass as well as most centre-backs. Provides so much value both on the ball and off the ball allowing his team to play on the front-foot
one of the best defenders in the world.