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I continue my series looking at the best players in the world in each position. This week it's defenders. Nemanja Vidic has been a model of consistency for Manchester United over the last few seasons. He may not be the quickest on this list, but his tackling abilities and strength in the air make him the best pound for pound defender around, in my opinion. I have also taken into account a defender's ability to get forward in this list, hence Maicon and Dani Alves' prominent positions.

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