Luka Modric may be a shock inclusion to this list, being the second highest rated played in the entire squad. New boss Rafa Benitez is already said to be enamoured by his creative midfielder, with Modric being the heartbeat of the team. He dictates play, controls the tempo, and basically runs the show, even if he doesn't attract the attention like the obvious main man in Real Madrid colours.
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