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Piotr Zieliński
Central Midfield / Poland / Wisla Plock
Profile
Key strength: Work rate
Box-to-box midfielder
At the summit of Serie A, Inter Milan's title charge pulses through the boots of Piotr Zieliński. The 31-year-old Polish maestro has been ever-present this campaign, racking up 31 appearances and 1,787 minutes of relentless box-to-box industry. With 5 goals and 2 assists, his numbers may not grab headlines, but his work rate provides the essential bridge between defense and attack. Riding a four-game winning streak, Inter's march toward the Scudetto relies heavily on Zieliński's experience and Champions League pedigree. Valued at €10 million, the former Napoli stalwart brings calm to chaos—his intelligent positioning and tireless pressing allowing the likes of Nicolò Barella and Marcus Thuram to flourish in advanced areas. In a dressing room filled with elite talent, Zieliński embodies the unsung hero: the silent metronome keeping Inter's title dream alive.