A list of the twenty best players in this season’s Champions League as we head towards the closing stages of the competition, with only two Premier League representatives after English clubs’ early exits…
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20) Eden Hazard (Chelsea)
Excellent as ever for Chelsea, Eden Hazard had a fine campaign in Europe this term, though not quite good enough to get the Blues past Paris Saint-Germain in the first knockout round.
19) Edinson Cavani (Paris Saint-Germain)
With six goals in ten games, it was an improved season for Edinson Cavani in the Champions League, with some well-taken and important goals.
18) Danijel Subasic (AS Monaco)
An impressive goalkeeper, Danijel Subasic shone for AS Monaco this season in their run to the quarter-finals.
17) Koke (Atletico Madrid)
A young player with a terrific future, Koke is already one for the present with another great showing for Atletico Madrid this season.
16) Hakan Calhanoglu (Bayer Leverkusen)
Another youngster who caught the eye this term, Hakan Calhanoglu is a classy playmaker who did well for Bayer Leverkusen.
15) Sergio Aguero (Manchester City)
Despite Manchester City’s poor campaign overall, Sergio Aguero had some great games, including a stunning hat-trick to beat Bayern Munich 3-2 in a thriller.
14) Geoffrey Kondogbia (AS Monaco)
Strong in the challenge and with a crucial goal away to Arsenal, Geoffrey Kondogbia showed why he is such a great prospect with some big-game displays this season.
13) Mario Mandzukic (Atletico Madrid)
An underrated striker Mario Mandzukic has proven a good signing for Atletico Madrid despite being unable to reach the final again.
12) Joao Moutinho (AS Monaco)
A classy playmaker, Joao Moutinho caught the eye for Monaco this season as he bossed the game over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
11) Jackson Martinez (Porto)
A hugely prolific striker, Jackson Martinez emerged with real credit despite Porto’s capitulation against Bayern Munich.
10) Robert Lewandowski (Bayern Munich)
With a fantastic performance to help Bayern past Porto, Robert Lewandowski likes this competition and could prove crucial to helping his club win it.
9) Giorgio Chiellini (Juventus)
An old-school centre-back enjoying a strong campaign for Juventus in Europe this year, Giorgio Chiellini deserves plaudits for helping the Italians to a first semi-final since 2003.
8) Thomas Muller (Bayern Munich)
One of the most underrated attacking players in the world, Thomas Muller has done the business once again for Bayern this year with six goals and three assists.
7) Luis Suarez (Barcelona)
A player made for this stage, Luis Suarez has relished playing in the Champions League since moving from Liverpool, scoring some delightful goals in big games.
6) Carlos Tevez (Juventus)
The former Manchester City man is back to his best this year and has been one of Juventus’ best players in their run to the semis.
5) Neymar (Barcelona)
A player who has made huge strides this season, Neymar has been a real stand-out performer for Barcelona in this season’s Champions League.
4) Diego Godin (Atletico Madrid)
One of the best defenders on the planet in recent times, Diego Godin has been rock solid for Atletico Madrid again this season.
3) Luiz Adriano (Shakhtar Donetsk)
The top scorer in the Champions League at the moment, Luiz Adriano has had a terrific season for Shakhtar Donetsk in this competition.
2) Lionel Messi (Barcelona)
A player breaking records left right and centre, Lionel Messi remains a huge force in this competition and could win it for the fourth time.
1) Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)
Probably just ahead of Messi in terms of individual performances, Cristiano Ronaldo has had another superb season for holders Real Madrid.
List via the Daily Telegraph.