7. Alan Tate – Swansea City
Joined: 2002 (12 years)
The former Manchester United academy graduate endured several loan spells with smaller clubs before landing in south Wales. However, after 12 years he has been farmed out several times by the Swans too, as he now enters the twilight of his career.
6. Leon Osman – Everton
Joined: 2002 (12 years)
Now 33, Osman has spent his entire career at Goodison Park save for two loan spells as a youngster with Derby and Carlisle. His consistent form and loyalty were rewarded in 2012 when he earned his two and only England caps.