Currently leading the way in the for both tackles per match and interceptions per match, there isn’t a central midfielder in the division who can touch the Malian for defensive contribution right now. His reading of the game, willingness to get stuck in, and awesome engine have combined to make him a superb asset for , even if his meagre offensive output means he’s unlikely to get too many plaudits. Despite the 24-year-old’s contributions, Hoffenheim have the joint-fourth leakiest defence in the German top flight. Imagine what kind of state they’d be in without him…!

Source: The North Africa Journal December 30, 2020 06:56 UTC