Top 5: Shoot’s 2018 BBC African Footballer of Year

3. Thomas Partey (Atletico Madrid and Ghana)

The defensive midfielder has established himself as one of Diego Simeone’s key players.

The Ghanaian has emerged as one of La Liga’s top midfielders. The 25-year-old has been a part of an Atletico side that finished second in La Liga, won the Europa League and the Spanish Super Cup. This term he’s made 17 appearances in all competitions as the Spanish side look set to advance to the next stage of the Champions League and contend for the title. For his country, Partey has scored six goals in 17 appearances.

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