Top 100 Premier League Players
The English Premier League, renowned for its fierce competition, breathtaking goals, and passionate fanbase, has seen some of the world's finest football talents grace its stadiums over the years. From astonishing goal scorers to elegant playmakers, and commanding defenders to agile goalkeepers, these exceptional players have left an indelible mark on the league's history.
In this compilation, we present the "Top 100 Premier League Players" up to September 2021, a tribute to the footballing icons who have enthralled fans and etched their names into the annals of the beautiful game. This list celebrates the players' contributions, skill, and dedication, which have made them stand out among the plethora of talents that have graced the league.
From legendary figures of the past, such as Eric Cantona and Thierry Henry, to modern-day stars like Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, each player on this esteemed roster has left an unmistakable legacy within the Premier League. Their moments of brilliance, breathtaking goals, and unforgettable performances have resonated with fans worldwide, transcending the sport itself.
While assembling this list, we considered various factors, including goal-scoring prowess, defensive mastery, creative flair, leadership, and impact on their respective clubs. However, it is crucial to acknowledge that football is inherently subjective, and player preferences may vary among fans and pundits alike.
Join us as we embark on this journey through the Premier League's history, celebrating the greatness of the past and present, and honoring the extraordinary talents that have shaped the league into the global spectacle it is today. These players have provided countless moments of joy, heartache, and excitement, ensuring that the allure of the Premier League remains eternal in the hearts of football enthusiasts worldwide.
1Aguero, Sergio
time top scorer.
2Alonso, Marcos
back known for his attacking contributions.
3Aubameyang, Pierre
Speedy forward and Arsenal's main goal threat.
4Baines, Leighton
back with impressive crossing ability.
5Bale, Gareth
Dynamic winger and versatile attacker.
6Beckham, David
piece specialist.
7Bergkamp, Dennis
Creative genius and key figure in Arsenal's success.
8Cantona, Eric
Influential playmaker and talisman for Manchester United.
9Carragher, Jamie
serving Liverpool player.
10Cech, Petr
Outstanding goalkeeper with a record number of clean sheets.
11Cole, Ashley
back and defensive stalwart.
12Cole, Joe
Composed defender and England international.
13Drogba, Didier
Powerful striker and Chelsea legend.
14Fabregas, Cesc
Maestro midfielder with excellent passing abilities.
15Ferdinand, Rio
Elegant defender and crucial part of Manchester United's defense.
16Firmino, Roberto
Intelligent forward and vital to Liverpool's attacking play.
17Gerrard, Steven
Inspirational captain and midfield maestro.
18Giggs, Ryan
Legendary winger with an illustrious career at Manchester United.
19Gomez, Joe
Strong central defender and England international.
20Hazard, Eden
Exceptionally skilled attacker and Chelsea's star player.
21Henry, Thierry
class striker.
22Keane, Roy
Tenacious midfielder and leader for Manchester United.
23Kewell, Harry
Exciting winger and crucial for Leeds United during their peak.
24Kompany, Vincent
back and Manchester City's leader.
25Lampard, Frank
time top scorer.
26Lescott, Joleon
Reliable defender and England international.
27Lineker, Gary
Clinical striker and top goal scorer in the 1986 World Cup.
28Lloris, Hugo
Accomplished goalkeeper and Tottenham's captain.
29Lukaku, Romelu
Strong striker and consistent goal scorer.
30Mahrez, Riyad
Skillful winger and vital for Manchester City's attack.
31Mane, Sadio
quick forward and key player for Liverpool.
32Milner, James
Versatile and hardworking midfielder with vast experience.
33Matic, Nemanja
Strong defensive midfielder and pivotal for Manchester United.
34Owen, Michael
Natural goal scorer and former England star.
35Pogba, Paul
class talent.
36Ramos, Sergio
back and leader for Manchester City.
37Robertson, Andrew
back and creative force for Liverpool.
38Rooney, Wayne
Record goal scorer for Manchester United and England.
39Salah, Mohamed
Prolific winger and Liverpool's talisman.
40Scholes, Paul
Genius midfielder and integral to Manchester United's success.
41Shearer, Alan
time top scorer and prolific striker.
42Silva, David
Silky playmaker and Manchester City's legend.
43Sterling, Raheem
Speedy winger and pivotal for Manchester City.
44Suarez, Luis
Lethal striker and top scorer in the 2013/14 season.
45Terry, John
back and Chelsea's captain.
46Toure, Yaya
box midfielder and instrumental in Manchester City's triumphs.
47Van Dijk, Virgil
Dominant defender and key to Liverpool's success.
48Vardy, Jamie
winning season.
49Vieira, Patrick
Powerful midfielder and vital in Arsenal's dominant era.
50Vieri, Christian
Prolific striker during his time at several Premier League clubs.
51Adams, Tony
Resolute defender and captain of Arsenal's successful era.
52Alonso, Xabi
Classy midfielder with superb passing skills.
53Anelka, Nicolas
Agile striker and valuable asset to various Premier League clubs.
54Azpilicueta, Cesar
Versatile and reliable defender for Chelsea.
55Ballack, Michael
Strong midfielder and key player for Chelsea.
56Bergkamp, Dennis
Creative genius and key figure in Arsenal's success.
57Campbell, Sol
back and defensive rock.
58Carrick, Michael
Elegant midfielder and anchor for Manchester United.
59Cazorla, Santi
Skillful playmaker and crucial for Arsenal's midfield.
60Cole, Andy
back.
61Deco
Skillful and intelligent midfielder who excelled at Chelsea.
62De Gea, David
stopper and Manchester United's reliable goalkeeper.
63Duff, Damien
Pacy winger and a key figure for Chelsea.
64Eto'o, Samuel
Clinical striker who made an impact during his time at Chelsea.
65Evra, Patrice
back and influential for Manchester United.
66Ferdinand, Anton
Solid defender and part of West Ham's successful team.
67Forlan, Diego
Prolific striker during his time at Manchester United.
68Fowler, Robbie
favorite.
69Gallas, William
Versatile defender and crucial for Chelsea and Arsenal.
70Gyan, Asamoah
Impactful striker during his spell at Sunderland.
71Hasselbaink, Jimmy
scoring record.
72Henderson, Jordan
Energetic midfielder and key for Liverpool's engine room.
73Kante, N'Golo
Tireless midfielder and a linchpin for Leicester City and Chelsea.
74Keane, Robbie
Skilled forward and prolific goal scorer for various clubs.
75Kuyt, Dirk
Hardworking forward and versatile for Liverpool.
76Lampard, Frank
time top scorer.
77Laudrup, Michael
Classy playmaker who showcased his skills at several clubs.
78Lehmann, Jens
Reliable goalkeeper and instrumental for Arsenal's success.
79Mahrez, Riyad
Skillful winger and pivotal for Manchester City's attack.
80Makelele, Claude
Defensive midfielder and influential for Chelsea.
81Milner, James
Versatile and hardworking midfielder with vast experience.
82Modric, Luka
Exceptional playmaker during his time at Tottenham.
83Morientes, Fernando
A striker with an impact at Liverpool.
84Nani
Skillful winger who contributed to Manchester United's success.
85Neville, Gary
back and a stalwart at Manchester United.
86Okocha, Jay
Dazzling midfielder and Bolton Wanderers' star.
87Pires, Robert
Elegant winger and a crucial part of Arsenal's "Invincibles."
88Raul
Spanish striker who played briefly for Wolverhampton Wanderers.
89Reus, Marco
Skilful attacking midfielder who impressed at Newcastle United.
90Robben, Arjen
Pacy winger who briefly featured for Chelsea.
91Rondon, Salomon
Strong striker who impressed at West Bromwich Albion.
92Sane, Leroy
Speedy winger and valuable for Manchester City's attack.
93Sneijder, Wesley
Talented midfielder who had a brief stint at Manchester United.
94Solskjaer, Ole Gunnar
sub.
95Solano, Nolberto
Skilful midfielder and valuable for Newcastle United.
96Tevez, Carlos
Tenacious striker and key player for Manchester City.
97Torres, Fernando
Prolific forward and played for Liverpool and Chelsea.
98Van Persie, Robin
Superb striker and top scorer in his time at Arsenal.
99Vidic, Nemanja
solid defender and crucial for Manchester United.
100Zola, Gianfranco
Gifted playmaker and a Chelsea legend.