Good centre-backs are the key to successful teams in real life and in FIFA 21.
Just look at how Liverpool have struggled without Virgil van Dijk to see how important he has been to their success.
Similarly, having someone who can prevent attacks is just as important as finding good goalscorers in FIFA 21, but who should you add to your squad in FIFA Ultimate Team?
Editors' Picks
The best defenders this year are the ones with high pace ratings as they will not get caught out by speedy opponents. There is little point in having a player with high tackling stats if they cannot get near the ball.