5. Mikel Arteta – Everton 2005-11, Arsenal 2011 –
It’s amazing that Arteta has never been called up to the Spanish national team after years of solid service to Everton. Sadly, his case may have been strengthened by some silverware, that proved so elusive during his time on Merseyside. But credit to him, he stuck with them for six years.
He has since been a lynchpin of the Arsenal midfield and will most certain make a meaningful contribution to any success they may have this season. At 31 he still has two or three years left at the top level and that will provide ample chance to add to his trophy cabinet.