Marcel Sabitzer

Key strength: Vision and passing

Creative playmaker

Operating from the engine room of a Borussia Dortmund side chasing Bayern Munich from second place, 31-year-old Austrian midfielder Marcel Sabitzer is quietly orchestrating Edin Terzić's title ambitions. With 21 appearances and 1442 minutes under his belt this season, the seasoned campaigner has proven his worth through tireless work rate and tactical intelligence. While his goal return remains modest at just 1 strike, his 3 assists speak to the creative vision that once made him a standout at RB Leipzig. Valued at €7 million, Sabitzer provides crucial depth and experience to a young BVB midfield featuring talented teammates like Felix Nmecha and Carney Chukwuemeka. His passing range and positional versatility have been invaluable as Dortmund rotate through the demanding Bundesliga calendar. As BVB push to close the gap at the summit, Sabitzer's ability to control tempo and link defense to attack - particularly alongside defensive anchor Nico Schlotterbeck - could prove decisive in the tight title race. The Westfalenstadion faithful are rediscovering what made him one of the Bundesliga's most complete midfielders.