With the 2021 season on the horizon and pre-season matches just a month away, it's time to reflect on who are the best mids in the game.

Here are the top ten middle-men in the competition.

See also:

The TEN best defenders heading into 2021

The TEN best ruckmen heading into 2021

The TEN best forwards heading into 2021

3. Lachie Neale

The 2020 Brownlow medallist has truly cemented himself as one of the game's most elite players.

His numbers for last year were truly frightening, being ranked first in total disposals, contested possessions and effective disposals whilst also polling elite numbers for average inside 50s, stoppage clearances and intercept possessions.

Neale was at the core of the Lions side that came so close to making the big dance, and there is no doubt that when they look to go all the way in 2021, he will be the one dragging his side to new heights.