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Kevin De Bruyne

Playmaker Kevin De Bruyne is possibly the best player in the Premier League. He is the most proven of any midfielders that Real Madrid can buy in the transfer window.

His stats speak for themselves. This season alone he has scored eight goals and provided 16 assists in the English top-flight alone. Per Whoscored.com, he has completed 3.7 key passes per game, which is better than any player in the top 5 leagues. No one even comes close. His ability to read the game tactically and elevated vision help him find teammates from unexpected positions. The Belgians efficiency when it comes to creating goal-scoring opportunities is unrivaled.

Pep Guardiola prefers to play De Bruyne as part of his midfield three, but the former Wolfsburg man is capable of playing in multiple positions. His technique with the ball and game intelligence is so high that he can adapt to playing as a no.8, a no.10, or out wide. His pressing game is excellent, and his work ethic is second to none.

Furthermore, Los Blancos fans will do well to remember how influential he was in turning things around for City at the Bernabeu. The Royal Whites had taken the lead after Isco scored the opening goal. But the Belgian playmaker took the game by the scruff and helped City make a come back and win the game 2-1.

While his availability in previous transfer windows was certainly questionable, it might be different this summer. UEFA recently imposed Manchester City with a two-year UCL ban, which might persuade De Bruyne to seek a move. The Belgian is 29 years old and in his prime. He has won everything in English football except for the Champions League. Real Madrid has the opportunity to bring De Bruyne to the Spanish capital with the right offer. Kevin De Bruyne is a winner, and he will be a star signing.