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Published on 2024-07-10 15:30:00
Per Mertesacker, a former Arsenal defender, reflected on his experiences playing against top Premier League players, including Manchester City. Despite City’s recent dominance in the league, Mertesacker shared his thoughts on some of the best players to have featured in the English top flight, with current City star Kevin De Bruyne making his all-time Premier League XI. De Bruyne, known for his playmaking abilities, has been instrumental for City since his arrival in England in 2015 and has earned praise for his impact on the team.
Mertesacker selected De Bruyne alongside Patrick Vieira and Santi Cazorla in his ultimate Premier League midfield trio, highlighting the Belgian’s impressive statistics and achievements with City. De Bruyne’s ability to create scoring opportunities consistently has earned him recognition as one of the best midfielders in Premier League history. Despite his injury setbacks last season, De Bruyne maintained high levels of shot-creating and goal-creating actions per 90 minutes, solidifying his place in many people’s all-time Premier League XI.
De Bruyne’s contributions to City’s success, including multiple domestic and European titles, have solidified his status as a standout player in the Premier League. His skill in setting up goals and impacting games has earned him praise from football legends like Alan Shearer, who considers him a dream teammate. With his impressive performances and playmaking abilities, De Bruyne’s inclusion in Per Mertesacker’s all-time Premier League XI reflects his impact and influence on the game.
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