5 early contenders for most assists in La Liga
La Liga currently is the currently the most dominant league in European football today. Spanish teams have superior playing quality when compared to other leagues and Spanish football is of a higher technical standard. Leagues in England and Italy may have more money, but looking at the achievements of Spanish teams, there’s only one winner.
The past few years have seen Spain not only dominate in Champions League but also in the Europa League. In a league that made of well-known goal scorers, La Liga also comprises of quality assist providers.
Here’s looking at the top 5 early contenders for most assist in La Liga.
#5 Koke
Having risen from Atletico Madrid’s youth system to their playing eleven, Koke is currently an intrinsic part of their midfield. Koke’s versatility, key passing, ability to take set pieces and deliver accurate crosses makes him a vital asset under coach Diego Simeone. Due to his impressive performances for Atletico last season, Koke even made it to the squad for Euro 2016.
Over the years he has matured into a player who can control the midfield in key areas, along with organising counter attacks and even making defensive contributions when needed.
Koke provided 14 assists from 35 matches for Atletico Madrid last season. With strikers like Kevin Gameiro and Antoine Griezmann, Koke could finish as one of the contenders to top the assist chart.