Real Madrid and Spain defender Sergio Ramos has long been heralded as one of the best in his position anywhere in the world and, despite being just 27, has over 100 caps for his country.

However, we've decided to highlight the best defenders in the world right now and give them their flowers for a change. These men are top-notch at what they do and there is no one better than them ...

A professional who has won everything - that is the best way to describe this French defender. At the age of 27, Raphael Varane has already won four Champions League titles and a World Cup.

Who is the best defender in the world? Van Dijk is a wily operator at the back for Liverpool, capable of marshalling his team to glory, whether the Reds are on the front foot or under the cosh.

In an interview with Téléfoot, Arsenal centre back William Saliba (24) was asked if he believes he is the best defender in world football. These were claims that he was quick to reject. The ...

Lu Dort, when I asked him if he feels like the best perimeter defender at the FIBA World Cup: "Me and Brooks are the best defenders in the world." #FIBAWC #Canada #ThunderUp — Christos Tsaltas ...

Take Kalidou Koulibaly — he’s regarded as one of the best defenders in the world, but he’s still trying to find his way in the Premier League. It’s a completely different environment.

“She’s, I think, one of the best defenders in the world,” said USWNT forward Sophia Smith, who also was teammates with Girma on the Stanford team that won the NCAA title in 2019.