Weston McKennie's Juventus campaign: ranking among best USMNT midfielders

Comparing Midfielders: A Difficult Task

Comparing midfielders is difficult, largely because there's no simple way to do it. There are too many different types of archetypes, characteristics and tactical demands. There's no catch-all stat like goals, saves or clean sheets to compare them.

Historical Context: USMNT Midfielders in Europe

McKennie is putting together a historic season at Juventus - but how does it stack up against Michael Bradley's 19-goal season, Claudio Reyna's Rangers double?

• Michael Bradley's 19-goal season
• Claudio Reyna's Rangers double

No direct quote available, but eye test and nuance are required to compare midfielders.

Evaluating Success: The Eye Test

As a result, doing so requires a little bit more nuance and a whole lot of eye test.