8) Karim El Ahmadi – Aston Villa – 3.6 tackles per match
The Moroccan holding midfielder has started 15 of Villa’s games so far this term, and has scored two and assisted one from his deep-lying position.
7) Aaron Ramsey – Arsenal – 3.6 tackles per match
As well as providing a consistent defensive contribution in midfield, the Welshman has got forward and supported Arsenal’s attackers exceptionally. He’s scored eight and assisted six in the league alone.
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