5 Inter Milan FC players who have impressed the most this season

The 2020-21 Serie A season is witnessing a three-way battle between three of the most competitive teams in Italian football. Inter Milan is at the 1st position with 56 points while AC Milan FC and Juventus FC are at 52 and 46 points respectively. In this post, we are about to highlight the performances of the 5 best Inter Milan players who have played a major role for Internazionale. The Nerazzurris are at the top of the table and are looking in sparkling form. Manager Antonio Conte will hope his side continues with the momentum.

The 51-year-old manager has so far done well in terms of selecting combinations depending on the opposition’s strategies and team formations. The players we are about to discuss possess different techniques, based on their areas of strength, creative awareness, strategic thinking, temperament and on-field decision making.

Some are dominating with their possession-based style of play and their ability to win the ball with their tactical marking while some have showcased their domination with their scoring abilities, speed, control and clever circulation. The Serie A is witnessing some of the best talents and it will be a battle of nerves. We take a look at 5 Inter Milan players who have impressed the most so far this season.

#1 Romelu Lukaku

The Belgium International has grown in confidence since his association with the club. Manager Antonio Conte has allowed him to play his natural attacking game. The 28-year-old has been a menace on either side of the flanks as well as while moving forward with his speed and powerful finishes.

The former Manchester United player has looked technically and skillfully aware of his strengths. The striker has scored 18 goals in 23 Serie A games so far this season with 6 assists to his name. He has netted 4 goals in 5 Champions League games so far. His collusion with Lautaro Martinez in the forward line has added creativity in the forward line. Both strikers have shared a healthy partnership. Lukaku has worked well with the midfield consisting of Ivan Perisic and Arturo Vidal.

#2 Nicolo Barella

Barella doesn’t have an impressive designation but the midfielder can topple any defence with his devastating runs and accelerating pace. The 24-year-old is a swift mover during counter-attacks that can unsettle the opposition’s defence as we have already witnessed.

Barella can get into the goal-scoring position quickly with his darting and well times runs. Barella has scored 3 goals in 24 Serie A games so far with 6 assists to his name. The Italian normally plays in the central midfield but due to his creative footwork and aggressive style of play can also be played as an attacking midfielder. The former Cagliari FC player has teamed up quite well with midfielder Roberto Gagliardini.

#3 Lautaro Martinez

Martinez’s quick footwork and instant decision making has allowed Antonio Conte to play an extra striker in the playing eleven. The 24-year-old has coordinated well with Lukaku at the wings while his deceptive speed and control are difficult to judge during open play.

The winger can win the ball from the opposition cleverly which is the reason why he is more disciplined offensively. Playing under Conte will make him technically aware of his strengths and help him grow as a player. Martinez has scored 13 goals in 24 Serie A games so far this season with 6 assists to his name. The former Racing Club player has also scored 1 goal in 6 Champions League games with 1 assist to his name so far this season.

#4 Achraf Hakimi

Hakimi has showcased tremendous resistance and solidity in defence. The 23-year-old can move-in goal-scoring positions with his unpredictable movements which also provides manager Antonio Conte with an additional attacking source. The Moroccan has showcased solid rigidity which is the reason why he is strong offensively as well as defensively. Hakimi can cut any attacking move with his muscular tackles and brave interceptions.

Hakimi plays as a defender but due to his pace and smart positioning, can play as a midfielder also. Hakimi has scored some brilliant goals during open play as well as during set pieces and has this knack of setting goals with his long crosses. Hakimi is maturing as a player under Antonio Conte and has enough time to establish himself. The former Real Madrid FC player has netted 6 goals in 23 Serie A games so far this season with 5 assists to his name.

#5 Marcelo Brozovic

Brozovic’s sturdy and offensive style of play has enabled the midfield to move more freely. The Croatian has utilized his creative awareness to make timely clearances and cut any dangerous move with his clever movements. The 28-year-old has showcased his domination during aerial duels with his reach.

Brozovic’s intelligent positioning makes him a threat during set-pieces while his ability to create chances for the strikers during open play makes him an all-round playmaker. Although the former Dinamo Zagreb FC player has scored only 1 goal in 21 Serie A games so far this season and has contributed with 6 assists. The midfielder has showcased his intelligence to create opportunities inside the box from difficult positions.

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