Top 10 Best French Soccer Players Currently – Ranked!

France has established itself as a powerhouse of soccer, consistently dominating all the tournaments that it features in. The nation boasts a deep talent pool, with players on the bench capable of starting for every other country in the world. This abundance of skull and versatility has made them a force to reckon with and played a crucial role in their triumphant success in the past decade.

In this article, we are ranking the best French soccer players right now, diving into the reasons behind their success, explaining their style of play, and celebrating their achievements using the following ranking factors.

Ranking Factors

Performances – Their performances for their club and country during their career.

Longevity – How long they have been playing at top level.

Impact and importance to the squad – How important their role has been to their clubs and country and how much positive impact they’ve had.

Top 10 Best French Soccer Players Currently

Rank	Player	Position	Current Club
1	Kylian Mbappe	Attacker	Real Madrid
2	Antoine Griezmann	Attacker	Atletico Madrid
3	Theo Hernandez	Defender	AC Milan
4	Mike Maignan	Goalkeeper	AC Milan
5	Jules Kounde	Defender	FC Barcelona
6	William Saliba	Defender	Arsenal
7	Michael Olise	Attacker	Bayern Munich
8	Eduardo Camavinga	Midfielder	Real Madrid
9	Aurélien Tchouaméni	Midfielder	Real Madrid
10	Ousmane Dembele	Attacker	PSG

10. Ousmane Dembele

An ambipedal menace, Dembele was one of the most exciting talents to come out of France. His rapid speed and dribbling skills caught the eye of many and Barcelona bought him for a record €135m fee. While he was unable to display what he is capable of on a consistent basis, primarily because of recurring injuries, he has rejuvenated his career again in his home country, playing for French giants Paris Saint Germain. Still 27, Dembele has a long career to look forward to.

Matches	327
Goals	77
Assists	91

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9. Aurélien Tchouaméni

A ball-winning midfielder by trade, Tchouameni has been playing in multiple roles and positions ever since he got at Real Madrid, showcasing his versatility. The young midfielder was the talk of the town when he was at Monaco and Real Madrid dished out €80.00 + bonuses to acquire his services. He has already won La Liga, Champions League and will be looking forward to achieving more and more.

Matches	244
Goals	12
Assists	13

8. Eduardo Camavinga

Another versatile midfielder, Camavinga is a real swiss-knife. Coming from the academy of Rennes, Camavinga excelled as a box-to-box midfielder and surprisingly to join Real Madrid left for just €31m. He has been crucial to the recent success of the Los Blancos and he is to be a mainstay for many seasons.

Matches	261
Goals	9
Assists	14

7. Michael Olise

Michael Olise was one of the most hyped right wingers in the last few years. Crystal Palace bought him for just €9.30m after his brilliant performances for Reading and he took the Premier League like a duck to water. While it was unfortunate to miss out the 2022 FIFA World Cup, he has been getting call-ups to the national side ever since he joined Bayern Munich this season. He has had a impressive start to the season and the fans will be hoping that this continues.

Matches	222
Goals	40
Assists	54

6. William Saliba

A rock at the back for the Gunners, Saliba has been one of the best defenders of the Premier League. After going out on multiple loans, Saliba was handed a place in the starting lineup and he made an immediate impact. His partnership with Gabriel made the Gunners impenetrable at the back, contributing to their successive title charge campaigns. Saliba has also started to feature regularly for the national team and has the potential to become one of the best centrebacks of all time.

Matches	233
Goals	8
Assists	2

5. Jules Kounde

Starting his career as a centre-back, Kounde’s minutes grew at the right back position ever since he joined FC Barcelona. He has made the position his own, giving defensive solidarity and also contributing in attack occasionally. With Hansi Flick at the helm, Kounde will be looking forward to taking his game to the next level.

Matches	334
Goals	18
Assists	20

4. Mike Maignan

Nicknamed “Magic Mike,” Maignan’s rise to fame is noteworthy. He played a crucial role in the title victory of Lille in 20/21 and AC Milan in 21/22. He has been consistently playing at a high level for both club and country. It is not just great saves, his distribution is insane and sometimes it feels like his team has an extra defender in the backline.

Matches	344
Goals Conceded	366
Cleansheets	126

3. Theo Hernandez

The French full-back arrived at AC Milan during the summer window back in 2019 and has established himself as one of the star performers of the Rossoneri. He has also asserted himself as one of the best full-backs in Serie A if not in world soccer at the moment, combining his marauding and explosive attacking game with an ever-increasing defensive awareness that has made him the complete package in many ways.

Matches	336
Goals	37
Assists	52

2. Antoine Griezmann

One of the best attackers in the world of this century, Griezmann has had a stellar career, albeit a blip at Barcelona. A legend for Atletico Madrid, he has been crucial to the club’s success. His international exploits are impressive, playing a pivotal role in reaching the 2016 Euro finals, winning the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the final of 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Apart from his incredible attacking skills, his defensive workrate today is impressive and his workhorse ability makes him so special. The only blemish in his career so far is not having a single league title, which can change considering how impressive Atletico Madrid have been this season.

Matches	719
Goals	280
Assists	125

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1. Kylian Mbappe

A icon for the current era, Mbappe is not just the best player for France, but also has a case for the best player in the world currently. He has been lighting up the world ever since he was a teenager, irrespective of the gravity of the tournament, evident in the 2018 World Cup final, when he became the second teenager ever to score in a World Cup final since Pele himself. He backed it up again with a hat-trick in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final, establishing himself as this generation’s superstar. After finally achieving his dream of joining Real Madrid, Mbappe is now all set to become an icon of this sport.

Matches	410
Goals	304
Assists	128