In my (second hand) opinion De Bruyne has: great off the ball movement, incredible passing technique, a powerful and very accurate shot, amazing ball control, ambidexterous feet and is a FK specialist. You could almost be forgiven for thinking I just explained Pirlo's strengths. But I think this would be his best positioning: Not as high as Juan Mata but not as deep as Lampard/Mikel Striker Winger - - - - - - - -Winger De Buyne CM -------- CM