Top 100 Footballers of 2026 – Vote for the Attacking Midfielders

Below are some of the top attacking midfielders in the world. You get to vote for the ones that you think should be included. Those with the most votes will be included in the list. Those that are further down in the votes might be included based on number of votes in relation to other positions.

Bruno Fernandes isn’t helping

This season, the Portuguese playmaker has been underwhelming to say the least. On paper, Bruno's start to the season looks okay. He's scored 3 goals with 1 assist inside those 7 matches, and he's still producing a high output when it comes to things like line-breaking passes, accurate long passes, and shots. Unfortunately, stats like these only tell one side of the story.

Matheus Cunha is crazy, but that’s part of his charm

Always playing on the edge, getting in the face of the opponents, and dancing his way through celebrations, Cunha is the fighting spirit that can bring United out of a slump.

The new Martin Ødegaard is the Premier League’s best player

Going into this season, even despite his fantastic World Cup campaign, fans might have wondered if we were witnessing the slow decline of Martin Ødegaard, soon to be fazed out. But instead, it's been the opposite. Martin Ødegaard has not only been Arsenal's best player to start this season, but arguably the best in the Premier League over the opening three matches. Here is why the Arsenal captain has thrived in 2026-27 so far.

How Bruno Fernandes assists so many goals

Bruno Fernandes has been the best player in the Premier League this season, and has fully deserved his league-tying assist record. It now remains to be seen on the final matchday as to whether or not he will become the sole player to break the 20 assist barrier. Either way, Bruno deserves his 2025-26 PFA Player of the Season crown. Here is how Bruno assists so many goals.

Why won’t Matheus Cunha pass to Patrick Dorgu?

Matheus Cunha has been one of the brightest spots in what is slowly becoming a dim season for Manchester United. But for all that he's done so well this season, he's yet to find a sense of synchronization with a pretty key teammate - Patrick Dorgu. Most notably, he just won't pass Dorgu the ball. Weird, huh?

Game of Numbers #36 – Role Changes for Dejan Kulusevski & Konrad Laimer

One thing is for certain. Spurs have not been the same since injury to James Maddison. Spurs were flying high with no signs of slowing down at the start of the season. But injuries across the squad have since stunted their progress and made for a more difficult second half of the first half to this campaign. Micky van de Ven's been a miss at the back, but Maddison's creative influence has been that missing puzzle piece that's made for a lack of a finishing touch to Tottenham's endeavours. Perhaps not anymore, with Dejan Kulusevski showcasing his potential as a 'Creative Ten'. Here is Game of Numbers #36 - featuring role changes for Konrad Laimer and Dejan Kulusevski.

Canadian Premier League Scouting Database – Aidan Daniels

Despite his versatility to play across the pitch, the former TFC academy product started just 16 matches in 2022. But flashes of brilliance were there for all to see, constantly taking the game to the opposition through his dynamic dribbling and tactical intelligence. This season, Patrice Gheisar has fully trusted Daniels to be the star player in his attack, ensuring that he can give the ball-playing wizard a free role off the right of his 4-2-3-1. This has allowed Daniels to flourish, where he's been one of the undeniable stars of the season in 2023. Here is what makes the 24-year-old one of the top prospects coming out of the Canadian Premier League this season.