This list focuses exclusively on true central midfielders – those who typically operate in the No. 8 role or as balanced, box-to-box players. These are the players who connect defence and attack, ...

Frenkie de Jong is keen to extend his stay with Barcelona but he has to take care of a serious matter before contract talks can begin.

Frenkie de Jong’s renewal is on hold as Barcelona await confirmation of his new agent amid lingering tension and salary ...