1) Lucas – 4 tackles per game
This statistic is the one which proves the most just how much of an influence the Brazilian has had this term since winning a spot back in the side. He’s made 16 appearances in total, and has only been on the losing side three times – and that’s not by accident. Lucas has provided the side with steel, bite, and discipline centrally – which was missing when he wasn’t in the side. In fact, only one player in the top flight (Nathaniel Clyne, rumoured target) has averaged more tackles per match than Lucas.
