The best Premier League Player of all time is a subjective matter, with different opinions from everywhere around the corner of the earth, TheFootballSay brings you a curated list of the top 10 best Premier League players of all time. This list is made by people who have followed the sport immensely over the years, but this list does not opinionate one person a group of people gives the rankings.
So here is the list of the Top 10 best Premier League Players Of All Time
10. Roy Keane
Roy Keane is celebrated as one of the Premier League's greatest midfielders and captains. Known for his tenacity, leadership, and aggressive play, he was the heartbeat of Manchester United during their dominance in the 1990s and early 2000s.
He surely was hot-heated having heated battles with many players throughout his career, he is also regarded to be one of the toughest captains of Manchester United.
Keane won seven Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and a Champions League, playing a pivotal role in United's treble-winning 1998-99 season. His leadership was marked by high standards and fierce competitiveness, making him a commanding presence on the pitch. Despite controversies, Keane's influence on Man United and football remains unmatched.
9. Steven Gerrard
“The Man The Myth The Legend”. Gerrard was the driving force behind Liverpool's successes in the 2000s.
He spent his entire Premier League career at Liverpool, winning two FA Cups, three League Cups, and the UEFA Champions League in 2005, where he inspired a remarkable comeback against AC Milan. Gerrard’s commitment, consistency, and ability to perform in crucial moments made him an iconic figure at Anfield and a legend of the game.
Not only that he was the player that Liverpool identified with, having spent all of his professional life with Liverpool he somewhat became a cult for Liverpool fans, Only one thing missed from his trophy cabinet for Liverpool was the Premier League trophy.
8. Ryan Giggs
Ryan Giggs is a Manchester United legend and one of the Premier League's greatest players. Known for his incredible longevity, skill, and consistency, Giggs spent his entire 24-year professional career at Manchester United, where he won a record 13 Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and two UEFA Champions League trophies.
Manchester United was going through a trophy drought and hadn’t won the Premier League for 20 Years straight as soon as Giggs broke into that first team, United were able to win the Premier League 13 times
As a dynamic left winger, Giggs was renowned for his dribbling, pace, and vision, often creating crucial goals and assists. His ability to adapt and remain a key player over two decades is a testament to his talent and dedication, making him a true icon of English football.
7. Frank Lampard
Chelsea's all-time top scorer. Renowned for his exceptional goal-scoring ability from midfield, intelligence, and consistency, Lampard won three Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and the UEFA Champions League during his 13-year stint at Chelsea.
His love for Chelsea is not hidden as he spent most of his professional career playing for the Blues. He is the highest-scoring midfielder in the Premier League.
His ability to arrive late in the box and score crucial goals made him a key figure in Chelsea's success, amassing over 200 goals for the club. Lampard's work ethic, leadership, and footballing IQ earned him respect as one of the most complete and influential midfielders in the Premier League history
6. Kevin De Bruyne
The way Manchester City has played football recently, and what they have achieved with Pep Guardiola is truly remarkable only man was the “engine” for winning formula and that player is “Kevin De Bruyne”
Kevin De Bruyne is regarded as one of the best midfielders in Premier League history. Known for his exceptional vision, passing range, and creativity, De Bruyne has been a key figure in Manchester City's dominance over the last decade. Since joining City in 2015, he has won multiple Premier League titles, FA Cups, and League Cups and been named PFA Player of the Year twice.
De Bruyne’s ability to dictate the tempo of games, deliver precise assists, and score from distance has made him one of the most complete and influential players in modern football.
5. Eric Cantona
The flying French was what his nickname was in Manchester United, he surely defined an era, An era where strikers were ruthless, without a doubt and fear in their mind about scoring goals, Eric Cantona was the exact embodiment of that spirit, A goalscorer hungry for more.
Cantona played a crucial role in Manchester United's dominance in the 1990s, helping them win four Premier League titles and two FA Cups.
His arrival in 1992 marked the beginning of United’s success under Sir Alex Ferguson. Cantona’s ability to score spectacular goals and his leadership on the pitch made him a fan favourite.
Does not matter how controversial his career will be at United one thing is sure, An ultra legend that can’t be neglected at any cost.
4. Alan Shearer
Alan Shearer is the Premier League's all-time top scorer and one of the most iconic strikers in football history. Renowned for his powerful shot, heading ability, and clinical finishing, Shearer scored 260 Premier League goals during his career with Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United.
He won the Premier League title with Blackburn in 1995 and earned numerous individual accolades, including three Golden Boots. Shearer’s strength, consistency, and leadership on the pitch made him a fearsome opponent and a fan favourite.
Despite turning down moves to bigger clubs, his loyalty to Newcastle cemented his legendary status in English football.
Even though he might not have won titles upon titles during his career he was a charismatic player who saw nothing more than to score goals for fun. To this day Shearer has a special respect in the hearts of English fans for what Alan stood for as a player.
3. Wayne Rooney
Rooney was the most influential player in Man United’s dressing room since 2008, A player who left Everton and played with their bitter rivals Manchester United needs some courage and he was full of that.
He was Known for his versatility, vision, and relentless work ethic, Rooney burst onto the scene as a teenager with Everton before joining Manchester United in 2004.
During his time at United, he won five Premier League titles, an FA Cup, and a UEFA Champions League, among other honours. Rooney’s ability to play in multiple positions, his leadership on the pitch, and his knack for scoring spectacular goals made him a key figure in United’s success for over a decade, solidifying his legendary status in English football. No one forgets his overhead kick in a Manchester Derby in Premier League.
He was sincerely part of the golden generation of English football
2. Theirry Henry
Theirry Henry is arguably the “Greatest Goalscorer” in the history of the Premier League, He had a physique that could easily shy an olympian, Blisteringly fast-paced feet, technically perfect player, Arsene Wegner had a “scoring machine” in Henry.
He scored a record 228 goals in the Premier League making him the top goal scorer from Arsenal, An Arsenal loyal who was everything a striker should be.
His leadership during the” Invincible” season of 2003-04 made Theirry come out alive. He also has won two PFA Player of the Season for his remarkable career.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo is considered the greatest Premier League player of all time because of the overall influence he had in half of the world. Cristiano brought the Premier League to a wider audience worldwide.
Ronaldo brought style to Foobtall before the Premier League used to be full of pacey dribblings, passing, and other things. Ronaldo did these all things but with a certain style, you could say he was way different than traditional players from the way he carried the ball.
Cristiano was everything in a player, free kicks, 1v1, dribbling, passing, shooting, possession, skills, team-play. He was the epitome of what football should be back in 2008. He won the Balon Do’r in 2008 for his incredible performance in the League and the Champions League, He is a three-time winner. With every game, people used to flock towards Old Trafford to watch Ronaldo play.
A player who welcomed the Premier League with modern stylish football.
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