Without a doubt, Davinson Sánchez must be more than grateful for everything that this 2017 has given him, which is coming to an end. The talented 21-year-old defender arrived in Europe in mid-2016 with the reputation of being a great promise, and in just over a year he has become one of the best defenders in the old continent.

And it is that in 2017, the native of Caloto, Cauca, was an indisputable starter in Ajax, played the great final of the Europa League and then broke the transfer market with his arrival at the Spurs for a close amount to 40 million euros, the most expensive purchase in the history of the London entity.

His arrival caused many doubts in the London press, but he quickly earned a place in Pochettino's starting eleven with his talent and strength, and has not let go since then.

His campaign this year was so good that UEFA chose him for the Rookie Team of the Year. Quite an achievement for the former Atlético Nacional youth player.

"Key player in the Ajax that reached the final of the UEFA Europa League 2016/17. The Colombian Davinson Sánchez has made the leap to the UEFA Champions League this season. He exudes class in possession, stands out in his defensive duties, and rarely cowers despite his notable youth," highlighted the report from the governing body of European football.

This is the UEFA Ideal Team of the Under 24 in 2017: