6) Yaya Toure – Manchester City & Ivory Coast
The highest Premier League operator on this list – Toure has been absolutely brilliant since arriving in Manchester. Arguably the world’s most powerful midfielder, Toure’s physical presence on a football field is virtually unrivalled. The Ivorian was key to City’s maiden title win in 2011/12, and is still the first name on their team sheet. Alongside Fernandinho, City have the strongest midfield base in the country.