Premier League, I'd say the Duff-man. Great going forward, dribbling, crossing the full works. The most noticable thing since Moriniho took over is that he now defends really well too and chips in with a few goals now and again. Plus (like almost all of his team mates) his attitude is spot on, never complains, never seems to dive, rarely gets booked and never seems to get wound up - he's very underrated by all the media circles, as he doesnt have a flash hair do, trendy goatee etc but IMO he should be in line to get player of the year. However many trophies Chelsea win, it will be him, John Terry, and of course the manager who should take a lot of the credit. Defoé should get a mention too, I think if he had one injury-free season he'd be top scorer in the league, lethal pace, good at shooting and has a great ability to turn and shoot in very tight circumstances; again his discipline seems to be sorting itself out. I'd also say John Terry is probably the best defender in the league - he's a rock at the back, deadly at set pieces, and seems to be becoming a great team leader. Overall tho, I'd say the Duffer.
Serie A, would have said Kaká he is certainly the most skillfull player in Europe, has got a great touch and good shot. When he is on top of his game he's unstoppable - eg first leg last season vs Depor, he turned the tie on its head (but then in the 2nnd leg Depor turned it around again). For all his skills though he seems to just lack a certain physical presence and the moment seems a bit tired. On balance I'd probably go for Vinny Montella as hes getting lots of goals in a team that has had many problems this season. He also has a good track record of scoring goals when he plays regularly, and again is an unsung hero - the Italian's really should look to him for their World Cup strike force.