The first half I am with you on. I LOVE seeing Verratti dribble and turn in his box. The composure is incredible to see.
I disagree with you saying there isn't another midfielder who can do that close to his box, though. Arthur and De Jong are the only other two who can do what he does. Those three are on another level at the minute in that regard.
I'd say him, Arthur and De Jong are the top three.
Then you have Amrabat, Lobotka, Leo Sena, Matheus Henrique a ways below them, but still excellent at resisting pressing opposition.
I don't think it will be long until Arsenals Charlie Patino joins the discussion.