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Top 50 Players in the World

50 Ezequiel Lavezzi

Many would associate Napoli’s recent resurgence in the Serie A with Edinson Cavani, the Uruguayan goalscorer whomight be appearing further up the Top 50 list, but just as important to the Partenopei’s resurgence back to relevancy in Italian football has been Ezequiel Lavezzi. The Argentinean forward has been a vital component to the goalscoring exploits of his teammate, with his hassling of defences and incisive passing in the final third. Lavezzi’s goalscoring record over the past twelve months hasn’t been standout for a striker, but voters clearly see enough in his footballing ability to warrant a place in the Top 50.

Last season, Napoli finished third – qualifying for the Champions League for the first time since the early 90s. This year, however, Napoli have stumbled slightly as they juggle domestic and European football, but Lavezzi has been a mainstay in the side – playing twenty times. 

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