Aston Villa: Mathieu Flamini
Villa avoided the drop by the skin of their teeth this past season. The relentless managerial changes season after season is not beneficial, needing continuity and stability which ultimately will aid the growth of their young squad. The inexperienced line up last season was culpable for many mistakes, and the years experience will do them well, but with the unfortunate retirement of club captain Stiliyan Petrov, Villa require a veteran head to man the midfield. Being released this summer by Milan, ex-Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini is eager to find his way back into the Premier League, with the Villains and the Saints looking to acquire the Frenchman. The knowledge he brings to the table and capability to playing regular Premier League football will be priceless for the youthful squad in vital need to leadership.