2) Patrick Vieira
One of the most accomplished midfielders this country has ever seen, Vieira was bought under Wenger’s suggestion before Le Professeur was confirmed as Arsenal boss a month later.
Vieira joined as a gangly, young, little known about star who had barely featured for AC Milan in his one season in Serie A. But the Frenchman was soon to become an Arsenal fan favourite with his powerful and confrontational style.
An accomplished attacker as well as a stable defensive presence, Vieira was the natural heir to Tony Adams as Arsenal captain and led his side to an incredible unbeaten season.
His final act as an Arsenal player was to score the winning penalty in the FA Cup final shootout with Manchester United.