Claude Makélélé

He played for clubs like Real Madrid and Chelsea, earning accolades such as La Liga and Premier League titles, as well as the UEFA Champions League. Makélélé's playing style, characterized by astute reading of the game and precise distribution, revolutionized his position, earning it the moniker the Makélélé role. He represented the French national team in major tournaments and later transitioned into coaching after retiring from professional football. Makélélé remains revered as one of the finest defensive midfielders in football history.