Successful teams generally have a world class player who screens his defense. The likes of Roy Keane, Patrick Vieira and Edgar Davids excelled in the position in their heyday. Here is a look at ten of the best defensive midfielders currently in the game.

10. Sergio Busquets (Spain & Barcelona)

A first-choice for club and country, Busquets' predominant role is to maintain his position behind Xavi Hernandez and Andres Iniesta, dispossess the opposition and pass the ball to his more creative teammates. A penchant for overreacting to fouls can infuriate the opposition, but this does not diminish his overall contribution. A product of the club’s La Masia youth academy and one of the best holding midfielders in the world, Busquets is the master of the simple pass.

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