Cardiff City fans will be looking forward to next season after a positive second half of the campaign under Mick McCarthy.

McCarthy was appointed in January, and at one point, a six-game winning run looked like it would lead them into the play-offs.

Ultimately, their bid for a top-six finish derailed, with the Bluebirds ending the season in eighth spot and nine points off the play-off places.

But McCarthy has got a fine tune out of his players this season, yielding 10 wins from his 22 games in charge and losing only three times.

The task for McCarthy this summer will be to strengthen the playing squad and keep their key players on the books, amid potential interest from elsewhere.

Here, we rank Cardiff's top 10 most valuable players, considering their age, potential and importance to the club on the pitch.

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Pack has enjoyed another solid, steady season for Cardiff.

The 30-year-old has scored two goals and added two assists from the heart of midfield, making 39 appearances in the league.

His performances, though, have been really impressive at times, and his defensive steel gives the likes of Harry Wilson and Sheyi Ojo the license to express themselves in the final third.

He's a wise head in midfield, that's for sure, and that personality is so valuable.

He's out of contract at the end of next season though, so if any offer does come in this summer, the club may contemplate cashing on this summer rather than potentially losing him for nothing next summer.

He may not be the youngest nor have the biggest resale value, but Sean Morrison is so important to Cardiff.

The 30-year-old has been a great servant to the club, making 276 appearances for the Bluebirds in all competitions.

Morrison has scored five goals in 38 Championship appearances this term, registering three assists.

Eight goal contributions is a great record for a defender, and his defensive contribution alongside Aden Flint and Curtis Nelson is also beneficial.

Nelson has been really impressive this season.

The centre-half has been excellent since joining from Oxford United, and has been an almost ever-present for Cardiff this term.

Nelson, along with Aden Flint and Morrison, have forged a solid defensive partnership and understanding in the back three setup.

But the 27-year-old has the most potential out of the three, and having made 44 appearances this term, he will look to have another strong season next term.

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Ng has took to the Championship really well since joining from Crewe Alexandra in January.

The 25-year-old has come in and been a roaring success at right wing-back, registering four assists in 19 league appearances.

Ng was highly regarded before his move to South Wales, and he seems to have gone from strength to strength for Cardiff.

With a full pre-season under his belt, he could get even better under McCarthy next season.

Ojo has really thrived on loan in South Wales at Cardiff this season.

The Liverpool man has scored five goals and chipped in with seven assists in 41 Championship outings this term, and has added goal threat from out wide.

The 23-year-old will surely be wanted by Cardiff permanently this summer, as he has been so valuable for them this term.

He has plenty of room for development, too, and at the age of 23, there's every chance of him improving going forward.

Ralls joined City from Farnborough in 2010 after coming through the ranks at Aldershot, and has since become an important player for the club.

The 27-year-old has made 279 appearances in all competitions for the Bluebirds, scoring 31 goals and registering 25 assists.

Ralls has been an important player this season, scoring five goals and registering four assists from central midfield.

He's an important cog in midfield, and would be missed if he wasn't there.

Brown became an important player for Cardiff towards the end of the season, making 12 appearances in the Championship under McCarthy.

The Northern Ireland international has established himself as a key player at left wing-back, and clubs are now beginning to take notice.

Oostende are keeping an eye on him, as per Wales Online, and Celtic are among those also monitoring him, as per TEAMtalk.

He's only 23 and can operate at centre-half or at wing-back or even further forward, and he has large potential too.

He's an asset.

Vaulks has also impressed in midfield this season.

The midfielder has made an excellent impact since joining from Rotherham United, scoring four goals last season and five goals this season.

Newcastle United are reportedly keeping an eye on the 27-year-old, which probably speaks volumes about how talented he is.

With the top-flight eyeing him up as a target, it is vital that Cardiff keep hold of him this summer.

Moore's goals have undoubtedly been so important to Cardiff this season, and we believe that he is their most valuable player currently contracted.

The striker scored 20 goals in 42 Championship appearances this season, and was one of the most in-form strikers in the division.

The 28-year-old is in his prime, and Cardiff have already revealed their intentions to keep hold of him no matter what this summer.

It remains to be seen whether interest does emerge in Moore and bids do arrive, but you have surely got to be looking at a price of £15million for him?

He's so important to them.

What a star this man has been this season.

Technically, Wilson isn't contracted at Cardiff and he is Liverpool's player, but the Bluebirds will be desperate to have him back next season.

Wilson has scored seven goals and registered 12 assists for the Bluebirds after arriving from Anfield on loan in the summer.

After spending time at Hull, Derby and Bournemouth, it really is time for Wilson to settle down and find a permanent home, with first-team chances at Liverpool looking slim.

Cardiff love him, McCarthy gets the best out of him, and it's a move he should contemplate if the opportunity comes up.