5) Matteo Darmian- Torino – 112 tackles
The 23-year-old defender has appeared for Italy at every level except the senior team, but if he carries on tackling like this, he could be in line for a debut yet!
4) Maxime Gonalons – Lyon – 113 tackles
Another reported Arsenal target that makes the list, Gonalon is Lyon’s captain, and the French side will need him at his best if they have any ambitions of challenging mega-money duo PSG and Monaco.
3) Allan – Udinese – 124 tackles
Allan is a 22-year-old Brazilian midfielder destined for bigger and better things after another solid season in Serie A. The thought of him starting for his country alongside Fred, Jo and Bernard is the main reason we hope he develops!
2) Javi Lopez – Espanyol – 124 tackles
Another Espanyol player on this list, Lopez is a versatile Spanish 27-year-old who has been at the club his entire professional career.
1) Valon Behrami – Napoli – 126 tackles
The ex-West Ham Swiss utility man made more tackles than any other player in Europe last season! His unparalleled work rate, combined with the goals of Cavani helped Napoli reach the Champions League next season, and the 28-year-old’s style will suit new manager Rafa Benitez perfectly.
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