2. Riyad Mahrez
The Algerian international was Leicester’s most crucial player along with forward Jamie Vardy last season. His superb dribbling allows him to create non-stop opportunities for the men up front. With over 56% successful take on and 11 assists, seems like Mahrez is improving his himself every day. Most significantly, he has turned those take-ons into shots on target and chances created, with an awesome quality finishing. Manager Claudio Ranieri’s favorite 4-4-2 relies on spaces and direct counterattacks. When Leicester’s defenders or midfielders win the ball, they tend to move the ball quickly to a space that has opened up. With his quick feet, Mahrez forces the opponents center backs to retreat aggressively which often leaves a huge gap between the midfield and backline. In this sort of quick forward play with counterattacks, he is nothing short of devastating. So, it goes without the saying that if Leicester City looks for continuing success like that of last season, Riyad Mahrez’s role in the team is extremely crucial.