Ivan Rakitic

One of the less high profile players in the Barcelona side and given the form of Xavi and Andres Iniesta over the last decade, you can understand why fans are reluctant to embrace a new era in the middle of their park.

That being said Rakitic is one of the best midfielders in La Liga and can thread a ball through to the Barcelona forwards that may seem impossible.

Creative and arguably sturdier in the midfield than Xavi or Iniesta, the Croatian is a real talent.