Football Manager 2016: 20 Defensive Midfielders You Need To Sign

12. Sergi Samper

Sergi Samper is the ultra-alternative to what you'd normally look for in a defensive midfielder. He's not perfectly rounded, and he's not particularly strong or a phenomenal tackler, but he is a typical Barcelona player. His passing is pinpoint, his ball control is phenomenal, his mental ability is outstanding. Samper is Xavi re-incarnate. He's not a 10ft tall warrior, he's an intelligent playmaker who loves to play deep. If you're not looking for an uber-defensive midfielder, Samper is a great ball-playing choice and the best news of all? He's got a release clause of just £8.5m. Get. On. That.