Edu Expósito

Key strength: Work rate

Box-to-box midfielder

At 29 years old, Edu Expósito has quietly become the heartbeat of RCD Espanyol Barcelona's midfield, sitting 6th in the table. The Spanish box-to-box midfielder embodies tireless industry - his defining trait being an unrelenting work rate that sees him cover every blade of grass across 90 minutes. With 2 assists in just 3 appearances this season, he's proving his creative worth despite limited minutes (180 total). While not a prolific goal threat, Expósito's 55-rated passing and ability to link play between defense and attack makes him the connective tissue in a side featuring the dynamic Javi Puado (67 rating) on the left flank and emerging talent Tyrhys Dolan on the right. His €4m market value reflects his reliability rather than star potential. In a team where Carlos Romero anchors the backline, Expósito's unsung contributions enable the more glamorous attackers to thrive.