Who is the best player currently captain of a Premier League club…
What do you look for if you are going to choose the captain of a Premier League football team? Do you go for experience, loyalty, influence, quality – or do you try and find somebody with all of the above?
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Reports in the Daily Telegraph recently confirmed that Jan Vertonghen, 27, was overlooked for the Tottenham captaincy after head coach Mauricio Pochettino consulted his squad on which player deserved the armband.
CaughtOffside counts down the Premier League’s twenty captain in order of their quality, but it’s up to you to decide whether these stars are the most appropriate choices for their respective clubs:
20) Jason Shackell (Burnley)
Experienced defender who has been with the club since 2012. A well-respected football league veteran.
19) Kelvin Davis / Jose Fonte (Southampton)
Long serving duo who share the captaincy duties due to Davis’ lack of playing time in the Premier League.
18) Wes Morgan (Leicester City)
Inspirational hard-man at the back, an integral part of the promotion side and extremely experienced in the Championship.
17) Clint Hill (Queens Park Rangers)
Veteran defender who has been with club since 2010, and been part of two promotion campaign as well as a relegation.
16) Fabricio Coloccini (Newcastle United)
Approaching 200 league appearances for the club he’s been with since 2008, but has struggled for form in recent years.
15) Chris Brunt (West Bromwich Albion)
Long-serving winger who has been a mainstay of the West Brom team since 2007, a loyal servant.
14) Mile Jedinak (Crystal Palace)
Powerful midfield general who is capable of taking games by the scuff of the neck and dragging his team over the line.
13) Curtis Davies (Hull City)
Defender who greatly impressed in his first year with the club last time out, helping them reach the FA Cup final.
12) John O’Shea (Sunderland)
Highly experienced and reliable defender who spent over a decade at Manchester United before moving to Sunderland.
11) Kevin Nolan (West Ham United)
Consistent and vocal midfield player who has been a linchpin of three Premier League sides during his career.
10) Ryan Shawcross (Stoke City)
Extremely impressive central defender who deserved more recognition at international level, a consistently strong player.
9) Ron Vlaar (Aston Villa)
The Dutch defender was in good form at last summer’s World Cup – Villa always look a stronger team with him there.
8) Ashley Williams (Swansea City)
The Swans inspirational skipper has been key to their success over the last several years, including promotion and League Cup win.
7) Younes Kaboul (Tottenham Hotspur)
A surprise choice for the Spurs captaincy considering his lack of game time in recent years. But a popular option nonetheless.
6) Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
Has missed most of the current season through injury, and could face a short-lived spell as club captain.
5) Phil Jagielka (Everton)
An Everton legend after his stoppage time strike against Liverpool, and an impressive presence at the heart of defence.
4) Steven Gerrard (Liverpool)
He may be past his best, but the Liverpool icon still has the ability to turn it on when the situation demands.
3) Wayne Rooney (Manchester United)
The newly crowned captain of both club and country, he is hoping to lead United back into happier times.
2) John Terry (Chelsea)
Captain, leader, legend – the Chelsea rock is still putting in fine performances in the heart of defence.
1) Vincent Kompany (Manchester City)
One of the best centre backs in world football, City look far more secure when he is fit and in the team.
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