With Rio Ferdinand announcing his retirement from football, here’s a look at where the Manchester United legend ranks among the best central defenders of the Premier League era…
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10) Vincent Kompany
He may have had a dip in form last season, but at his best Manchester City star Vincent Kompany was a real giant in the game and a real leader at the back for his club, helping them to two Premier League titles.
9) Jamie Carragher
Mr Consistent throughout a long career at Liverpool, Jamie Carragher is an underrated great of the Premier League era and deserved more caps for England.