2. David Silva (Manchester City)
After playing so many games for club and country over the last few years, Manchester City’s David Silva has simply looked exhausted for much of this season. The skillful midfield playmaker was a vital part of City’s title winning team the season before, and there’s no doubt his dip in form was a big factor in Roberto Mancini’s side’s turn in fortunes this time round. Having contributed 8 goals and a superb 21 assists in 2011/12, he only managed 5 goals and 12 assists in 2012/13. For most players that wouldn’t be considered too bad, but Silva is capable of much more when he’s at his influential best, and there’s no surprise City are seeking other midfield playmakers in this summer’s transfer window to take the pressure off him to provide the goods. With more rotation and rest, Silva would surely be back to his best next season.