9) Ivan Rakitic (Barcelona)
A classy playmaker who is doing the tough job of replacing Xavi at Barcelona, Ivan Rakitic is not talked about as one of the best in Europe nearly enough.
10) Miralem Pjanic (AS Roma)
Another superb midfielder, Miralem Pjanic could be at a much bigger club than AS Roma, but is rarely linked with moves away despite consistently eye-catching displays in Serie A.

