Chukwueze Ranks Among Europe's Top Dribblers Alongside Vinicius, Messi

Chukwueze Ranks Among Europe's Top Dribblers Alongside Vinicius, Messi

Ibraheem Lateef

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has been ranked 6th best dribbler in Europe's major leagues, joining the ranks of Vinicius Jr (Real Madrid) and Lionel Messi (PSG), reports BSNSports.com.ng.

According to statistics from Squawka, the Nigerian earned the rating, recording 86 take-ons during the recently concluded 2022/23 season with Villarreal in the Spanish LaLiga.

Chukwueze, who was named the best African Player in LaLiga, scored 13 goals and added 11 assists in 50 games for Villarreal across all competitions last season.

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr secured the top spot on the list, having completed an outstanding 112 take-on throughout the campaign. Lionel Messi followed closely in second place with 102 successful take-ons, while Jeremy Doku from Rennes claimed the third position with 96 take-ons completed.

Ghana midfielder Mohammed Kudus showcased his exceptional dribbling skills to secure the fourth spot among Europe's elite dribblers. Lee Kang-In, Samuel Chukwueze, and Jude Bellingham took the fifth, sixth, and seventh positions, respectively, solidifying their reputation as formidable dribblers.

Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong who has Ghanaian roots secured the eighth spot, with Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao and Ludovic Blas completing the top 10.