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Ranking the 10 most expensive defenders in 2024

Defenders play a crucial role in football, not just in keeping clean sheets but also in providing assists and even scoring goals.

Top 10 best defenders in the world (2024)

In the ever-changing realm of football, defenders play a crucial role in shaping match outcomes and team triumphs.

Ranking the World's Top 10 Best Defenders Currently (2025)

While attackers often steal the spotlight, defenders are the unsung heroes who keep their teams grounded and secure. In this list, we're shining the light on the world's top 10 defenders who are making a significant impact on their teams.

Top 20 Best Centre-Backs This Season (2025)

Iñigo Martínez Iñigo Martínez has cemented his reputation as one of La Liga's finest defenders.

Top 10 best center back in the world (2024)

These defenders are tasked with shielding the goal, organizing the back line, and often initiating attacks from deep.

Why Nigeria Produces More Strikers Than Defenders: Jay Jay Okocha Gives His Opinion

Super Eagles legend, Austin Jay Jay Okocha has aired his opinion on why Nigeria produces more strikers than defenders and other positions in recent times.

Super Eagles defender, Troost-Ekong joins Watford

Nigerian defender, William Troost-Ekong, has completed a permanent transfer to Watford. The Hornets announced his signing in an official statement on Tuesday. The 27-year-old, who has 42 caps for the Super Eagles, represented his country at the 2018 World

Ex-Super Eagles defender, Babalade is dead

Former Super Eagles defender, Ajibade Babalade, has died after suffering a cardiac arrest. Babalade passed away in Ibadan on Friday. "We are sad to announce the shock demise of former Super Eagles defender, Ajibade Babalade, Babalade died of cardiac arrest

Super Falcons defender, Plumptre undergoes successful surgery

Super Falcons defender, Ashleigh Plumptre has undergone a successful surgery in Saudi Arabia. Plumptre sustained the injury while in action for Saudi club, Al Ittihad last month. The injury forced her to miss Nigeria's 2024 Olympic Games qualifier against

Hoffenheim defender, Kevin Akpouma chooses between Nigeria, Germany

Hoffenheim defender, Kevin Akpoguma, has switched his allegiance to the Nigerian national team. Akpoguma was born to a German mother and a Nigerian father, but represented the Germany U16, U17, U18, U19, U20 and U20 teams, playing in more than 60 games. The

Ex-Real Madrid defender, Ramos decides preferred destination

Real Madrid legend, Sergio Ramos, has made a decision on his next club this summer. According to AS, Ramos would prefer to join Manchester United over their Premier League rivals Manchester City if he does end up making a move to England this summer. Ramos

Transfer: Arsenal agree deal with Bologna defender, Calafiori

Arsenal have agreed terms with Bologna defender, Riccardo Calafiori. The Gunners offered Calafiori a five-year contract, which is valid until June 2029. The Premier League are now in discussions with Bologna over a €50 million transfer fee. FC Basel are expected

EPL: Arsenal confirm deal for Nigeria defender, Olowu

English Premier League (EPL) giants, Arsenal has confirmed that Nigerian defender, Joseph Olowu, has left the club to join Cork City on loan for the rest of the season. Olowu, 20, joined the Gunners from Charlton Athletic at aged 13. The player signed his

Ex-Man Utd defender, Eric Bailly's contract terminated

Former Manchester United defender, Eric Bailly's contract with Besiktas has been terminated. The contract was recently terminated just three months after he joined the Turkish club. Bailly only left Man United in September to join Besiktas but his time in

Former Man United defender, Raphael Varane, retires at 31

France World Cup winner Raphael Varane on Wednesday announced his retirement from football at the age of 31, adding that he will remain at Como in a non-playing capacity. Former Real Madrid and Manchester United centre-back Varane had joined the Italian club

Transfer: Arsenal moves for Manchester City top defender, Otamendi

Arsenal have made an offer for Manchester City defender, Nicolas Otamendi. However, the Argentine has his heart set on a return to La Liga side Valencia, according to Super Deporte. The defender looks to be on his way out of Manchester City with Atletico Madrid