Combined Best XI: Arsenal vs. Manchester City

By Larry Henry | Apr 1, 2017

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 18: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal (R) is put under pressure from Leroy Sane of Manchester City (L) during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on December 18, 2016 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /

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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MARCH 19: Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City (R) escapes a Sadio Mane of Liverpool (L) challenge during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Liverpool at Etihad Stadium on March 19, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) /

Second Center Midfielder – Kevin De Bruyne

Despite hitting a slow run of form in February, De Bruyne’s production and work-rate is crucial to Manchester City’s success. His 12 assists in all competitions, proves his worth in the offensive build-up, while his work-rate tracking back and winning possession is also vital. He is a threat from free-kicks, while always willing to strike a long-range effort towards goal. De Bruyne is a top midfielder not only in England, but in Europe too and should continue to get better.