Italian-born Ghanaian midfielder, Daniel Arcilesi
The role of a defensive midfielder requires a great deal of energy and intelligence.
To earn a reputation of being a great defensive or central midfielder one must have perfect balance between technique, discipline and energy.
Barcelona’s Sergio Busquets is one player who easily comes to mind when the aforementioned qualities are mentioned.
Busquet is a perfect example of having the intelligence to intercept a dangerous ball and having the skill to give tailored pass to a teammate.
Somewhere in the Greek league, a certain Ghanaian midfielder has become fans’ favourites with his Busquest-esque performances.
With 46 tackles and 19 recoveries in the on going season, Arcilesi has become Pasa Irodotos’ version of the famous Catalonia player.
Arcilesi has developed into one of Irodotos’ most finest players and his 83 percent successful passing rate speaks volume about his ability to pick out a colleague with a precise pass.
Having risen through the ranks at Italian sides Trapani, Fermana and Marsala Calcio the robust yet smart midfielder has mastered the art of anticipating and intercepting passes and also becoming the point of transition for his side.
At 23, the Italian-born Ghanaian has time on his side to become the energetic and industrious player everyone is anticipating.
