Direct Lending

Could anyone give some intel on best (mid market) direct lending houses in the UK / Europe in terms of deal flow, ability to invest across the whole capital structure, compensation etc.? I reckon Ares, GS and CVC are probably most active here but keen to hear other thoughts?   

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