In terms of his development, the focus should be on his 48 strength and 54 long passing improving his 40 shot power and 38 long shots would also add another dimension to his game.
His defensive ratings are good enough for him to convert to left back full-time, even for those who intend to deploy a back-four. Even though he is typically deployed as a left midfielder, he is more than capable of filling in at left back when required. His 79 stamina is something to try to develop on the training ground, however, with his influence in games currently liable to fade. Playing 46 times in all competitions in another all-conquering season for the German giants, Davies chipped in with ten assists and three goals.Īll season, defences struggled to deal with his electric pace, with Davies flying up and down the left flank with frightening speed. A Champions League-winner with Bayern Munich last season, Alphonso Davies is widely considered to be the best young left back in the world. Featured in the main body of the article are the five best young left backs with the highest potential rating. Unsurprisingly, players that can contribute to defensive solidity and serve as an attacking force are rare they are worth their weight in gold, and then some, as a result. Now, the best full-backs are expected to be an attacking threat in their own right, overlapping to burst into the box and exploiting wide areas. Long gone are the days of the one-dimensional defender stationed at left back, focused solely on cleaning up opposition attacking threats.