Sportzwiki Yearly Review 2016: Top 5 Assist Kings In Europe
Dec 23, 2016 at 4:59 PM
Football is a team game and a goal is often considered as the ultimate achievement but it is the provider who does the hard work to make an incredible pass to open up space for goal scorer.
The greatest players in the world have not only scored but have also provided plenty of opportunities for their teammates to score as well over the years. Here we look at the 5 best assist-makers in Europe (League+ Champions League/Europa League).
#5. Diego Perotti- 18 assists
The 28-year old is having the year of his life as he grew as an important player for Italian giants AS Roma. Perotti who moved to Roma on a loan earlier this year has impressed enough to complete a permanent transfer to Rome in summer.
He continued his fine form this season as well as he managed an impressive 18 assists in 39 appearances for the club this year.
#4. Jose Callejon- 20 assists
The Napoli forward is in fine form this year as he is their most creative midfielder which saw Napoli finish second to Juventus last season and continue their impressive form in Champions League and League this season as well.
The former Real Madrid man is really making claim to be the best creator in Italy as he has created 20 goals in 46 appearances for Napoli across all the competitions.
#3. Lionel Messi- 21 assists
The Argentine forward is in spectacular form this season as he has scored over 44 goals for Barcelona in 2016 and backed it up with another 21 assists.
However, Barcelona have managed to win only Spanish domestic double while Real Madrid have triumphed in Europe to make the headlines. Despite being the best player of 2016, Messi would look to add more international silverware next year.
#2. Luis Suarez- 24 assists
Luis Suarez has become the best striker in the world since joining Barcelona in 2014. He has managed to outscore both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi last season and have been a devastating force in attack for the Catalan club.
Suarez was able to provide 24 assists for his teammates while playing for Barcelona in 44 club appearances this year.
#1. Neymar- 27 assists
The Brazilian midfielder is getting better year after year since joining Barcelona. He has become a very important player in the famous trio up front for the Catalan club.
Having won the gold medal in Rio Olympics in the summer, Neymar has largely been the creator in the final third for Barcelona as he created an impressive 27 goals this year in just 42 appearances.