50 Players Who Will Dominate World Football In 2016

49. Eder Alvarez Balanta (River Plate)

It might take a few repetitions to stick in the mind, but remember the name Eder Alvarez Balanta. The Colombian centre back is one of the most promising young defenders in the world, and has cemented his place in the River Plate starting lineup despite a relative lack of experience - helping his team to the 2015 Copa Libertadores title in the process.
 
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