Super Eagles star Bassey leads EPL defensive charts with important stat

The Super Eagles star has emerged as one of the standout performers for the Cottager in their quest for European football. 

The Nigerian international has thrived in Fulham's backline, contributing significantly to a squad that, after 24 games, is currently ranked ninth in the league.

Bassey has made 23 Premier League appearances this season and has been a pillar of the Fulham defensive. 

Bassey has received a lot of accolades for his overall efforts, with statistics showing how dominant he has been in crucial defensive areas.

PFF FC statistics show that Calvin Bassey leads the category with a Ball Carry Grade of 82.9, greater than any other centre-back in the Premier League this season.

Bassey's ranking is all the more remarkable because this stat, which assesses a player's dribbling, carrying ability, and resistance to challenges, usually favours midfielders.

With his score, he joins James Maddison, Moisés Caicedo, and Youri Tielemans as some of the league's best ball carriers.

Fulham have benefitted from Bassey's ability to move the ball out of defence, which enables them to get past opponent presses and move fluidly into attacking phases.

He is an essential part of Silva's tactical setup because of his technical skill and ability to remain composed under duress.