Gertjan Bekkers

This stocky Dutch dynamo sticks to the ball like glue with world-class close control, fueled by an intensity that once saw him nutmeg a referee just to apologize with a hug afterward. Despite his elite strength and surprising leap, his top-end speed can be painfully sluggish when he needs to sprint. He plays with a heart as big as his aggression, turning every midfield battle into a delightful display of skill and spirit.