El Clásico: Top 5 players to watch out in the El Clásico this week

El Clásico: Top 5 players to watch out in the El Clásico this week

It is that time of the year once again where the most highly anticipated match, El Clásico is upon us.

Real Madrid and Barcelona will meet at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium in Madrid on Saturday in the 279^th El Clásico in the most important game of this season.

Atlético Madrid are on top of the table with only three points separating all three sides.

This will be the chance to clinch one’s place in history books with a performance that not only elevates himself but also could send either team to the top of the table at the end of Saturday.

We have chalked out the top 5 players to watch out for in this clash which could determine the hopes of both teams this season.

VINICIUS JUNIOR

His recent performances across all competitions puts him in top contention to bring out a stellar night which can help Real Madrid succeed.

His brace against Liverpool in midweek only gives him more confidence to add to his 3 goals in the League this season.

The Barcelona defense need to be on their toes to match this Brazilian dazzler.

TONI KROOS

The evergreen and charismatic German has been at the heart of this Real Madrid team with his creativity and intelligent play.

His performances rarely falter and is always on the money.

A brilliant performance is expected from Kroos as he looks to leave his mark on the derby.

His assist for Vinicius Junior in the Champions League in midweek is exactly why he is rated so highly amongst one and all.

OUSMANE DEMBÉLÉ

The Frenchman has shone in the past few weeks and is threatening to explode with a timeless performance.

His winner against Valladolid will give him the much needed to boost to double it with another top-notch show against Real Madrid.

He has scored 5 goals this season and has been injury affected for a large part of the season.

But now, having returned to full fitness, Dembélé will be raring to go.

ANTOINE GRIEZMANN

Another Frenchman will be looking to stamp his mark and make a difference with a crucial performance to put Real Madrid to bed.

An elevated performance in partnership with Messi will put him in high stead to lead the line next season with Messi’s future at the club in question.

LIONEL MESSI

The lesser said about the man, the better it is. Lionel Messi will once again be the expected one like always to bring his best onto the park come Saturday.

He enjoys playing against the Los Blancos and has goals in sight with the Argentine looking to add to his 23 goals this season.

The Barcelona captain has scored 18 goals and provided 9 assists against the rivals in the La Liga.

Once again, he will be the linchpin to help Barcelona put one over the rivals.