DIEGO GODIN | Atletico Madrid & Uruguay

There is nothing remotely surprising about the reports that AC Milan's new Chinese investors are willing to pay €30m for a 30-year-old centre-half, as Godin remains the most reliable defender in the game today. Indeed, after playing a pivotal role in the Rojiblancos' run to last season's Champions League final, the Uruguayan has been just as integral to Atleti's strong start to the new Liga season.