Mario Goetze
Midfielder Mario Goetze has seen his reputation and career skyrocket in the past four years, winning Bundesliga titles and becoming Germany coach Joachim Loew's secret weapon.
Audacious in his game and with the ability to score from any position, Goetze, who is equally effective in slicing open defences with close-range passing, embodies these virtues.
With forwards Mario Gomez and Miroslav Klose nursing injuries for much of the season and fellow midfielder Mesut Ozil going through something of a slump in form, Goetze looks certain to be Germany's driving force in attack at the finals.
Goetze has been equally impressive for Bayern this season and formed a formidable attacking partnership with Germany team mate Thomas Mueller.
Adding winger Marco Reus to the equation means Goetze can unfurl all of his offensive talents, having two wingers who constantly shift positions and can wreak havoc after a chip, flick or pass from the young midfielder.
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