Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez has pointed to a Premier League trio including Liverpool star as three leaders in world football in their position. The Spaniard made his name with 17 years of faultless service at boyhood club Barcelona. When speaking to Qatar Airways (via Goal) regarding who the greatest midfielder in current world football is, Xavi said: “Kevin de Bruyne, from Manchester City, seems to me of another level, brutal. He is able to make a difference. He is the best midfielder in the world and relatively young.” The choice for the best manager in the world could conceivably come down to Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola. "Pep is the best manager in the world. He has given a twist to our sport. He is very good for what he transmits and his leadership ability. Also, the way he convinced us, he is very good.” Liverpool did enter the equation when it came to selecting the top defender, with 2019 Ballon d’Or runner-up Virgil van Dijk was chosen for his personal accolade. “I would choose Van Dijk due to his leadership, physical strength and good technical ability,” Xavi concluded.
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