The World Cup break is underway with Premier League football coming to a halt last weekend.
Arsenal have gone into the break at the top of the table with 37 points from 14 games, leading second-placed Manchester City by five points. At the bottom of the standings, Wolves have recorded just 10 points from their opening 15 games in the league.
So far, several midfielders have performed remarkably well for their respective teams. Some have done the work of setting the tempo of games, whereas some have been more impactful in the final third. That being said, let us take a look at the 3 best-performing midfielders in the Premier League so far this season.
#Kevin de Bruyne
Kevin de Bruyne has been among the world’s best midfielders for some time now and he has ably carried the tag again this season.
The Belgian playmaker’s ability on the ball is lauded for many reasons; his touch, weight of pass, vision and crosses are exemplary, to say the least. He has racked up 13 goal involvements (10 goals and three assists) this season in only 14 games, maintaining the high standards that sets him apart from the rest.
From a striker’s perspective, it is a dream to have a teammate with the passing range and vision of De Bruyne behind him.
#James Maddison
James Maddison has been outstanding and the rare bright spot in an otherwise disappointing campaign for Leicester City.
The English midfielder, 25, has netted seven goals and registered four assists in 13 appearances in the Premier League this season. Due to his sparkling form, he has been called up to the England squad for the Qatar World Cup.
Maddison remains a crucial player at the King Power Stadium, and his consistent performances have played a major role in Leicester City turning things around recently.
#Bruno Guimaraes
Not many would have expected Bruno Guimaraes to have such an impact so soon in the Premier League, but here we are.
Signed from Lyon in January, Bruno, 24, has completely transformed Newcastle United’s midfield. His tenacity, work rate, passing range, vision and ability to chip in with crucial goals from the base of midfield has helped the Magpies to third place in the table.
The 24-year-old, who has made it to the Brazil World Cup squad, has proven to be a massive player for Newcastle, and his form and fitness will be pivotal for Eddie Howe’s men in the race for the Premier League top four.
