Real Madrid and Barcelona are two clubs known for producing the best players in Laliga including the best LaLiga defenders.
The top five best LaLiga defenders of all time as listed below are drawn from the two Laliga giants.
Carles Puyol (Barcelona)
Carles Puyol is widely regarded as the greatest defender in LaLiga history. He captained Barcelona to six La Liga titles, three UEFA Champions League titles, and two FIFA Club World Cup titles. He was also named to the UEFA Team of the Year five times.
Sergio Ramos (Real Madrid)
Sergio Ramos is another legendary LaLiga defender. He won five La Liga titles, four UEFA Champions League titles, and two FIFA Club World Cups with Real Madrid. He was also named to the UEFA Team of the Year eight times.
Fernando Hierro (Real Madrid)
Fernando Hierro was a rock-solid defender for Real Madrid. He won five La Liga titles, three UEFA Champions League titles, and two FIFA Club World Cups with the club. He was also named to the UEFA Team of the Year three times.
Ronald Koeman (Barcelona)
Ronald Koeman was a versatile defender who could play at centre-back or left-back. He won four La Liga titles and one UEFA Champions League title with Barcelona. He was also named to the UEFA Team of the Year three times.
Roberto Carlos (Real Madrid)
Roberto Carlos was a dynamic left-back who was known for his attacking prowess. He won four La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions League titles with Real Madrid. He was also named to the UEFA Team of the Year twice.
