Centre backs have continued to play a central role in football. Today, some of the best legs in this position include Marquinhos, Ruben Dias and Pau Cubarsi. World football has continued to produce talented centre-backs. Here is the list of the best centre-backs in the world right now: 20. Micky van de Ven (Tottenham Hotspur, Netherlands) Micky van de Ven joined Tottenham Hotspur in the region of €50m from VfL Wolfsburg. So far, he has maintained his position in the first team, helping the club to win the UEFA Europa League. 19. Murillo (Nottingham Forest FC, Brazil) Nottingham Forest star Murillo has stepped into the top list of the world's elite defenders. The Brazilian played a key role leading to the club's record clean sheets. His performance makes him one of the most sought-after players in Europe. 18. Cristian Romero (Tottenham Hotspur, Argentina) Tottenham star Cristian Romero has been a joy to watch since his arrival in 2022. The Argentine centre-back played a signific...