Every year, whenever the PFA Team of the Year is announced, two questions will be in the mind of many. Why is that player in the team? Why is so-so out of the list? This year is no difference.
In my opinion, there are some worthy players who were left out. Without choosing any players that is in the offical list, here are my own Team of Year.
Joe Hart
England number one, who celebrated his 100th clean sheet in March, has been a consistent performancer. He did encounter a dip in form but overall, he is still a reliable goalkeeper.
Hector Bellerin
When Arsenal bought Chambers and Debuchy in the summer, the Spaniard's future looked dim. But when given the chance, boy did he took it. So much so that Debuchy might not be an automatic first choice when he return from injury. Brilliant break through season.
Toby Alderweireld
Mainly a central defender but the Belgian was sometimes deployed as a holding midfielder. Many have expected Southampton to crumble after the exodus of players, but they surprised all naysayer. Not only have the Saints survived, they still stand a fighting chance to qualify for next season's Europa League. And Alderweireld is one of the reasons.
Laurent Koscielny
Arsenal's defence without him resemble a fish out of the water. Koscielny missed 14 games through injuries and in his absence, Arsenal conceded 21 goals and took only 27 points from their first 17 Premier League fixtures.
Leighton Baines
With 2 goals and 9 assist, Baines is one of England's best left back if not, the best. He shows that he can contribute in both end of the field. What more do you need from a modern day full back?
Francis Coquelin
Arsenal return to form coincide with the Frenchman return to the London club. After some consistent play and Man of The Match performances, he is one of the first name penciled in for the matchday.
Oscar
The niggling Brazilian can dribble, shoot, tackle and has an eye for the pass. Enough said. One of the unsung heros for the Blues.
Christian Eriksen
Together with Harry Kane, the Danes drove Tottenham to the among the top of the pile only to suffer their usual end of season slump. One of the League most technical player and always dangerous with freekicks.
Raheem Sterling
Made to play in the striker role during the absense of Daniel Sturridge and Sterling did not fare too badly. Where will Liverpool be without him?
Cesc Fabregas
With 17 assists to his name, he was the driving force in Chelsea's early season surge to the top. True, his form dipped towards the latter stages but how much of it is due to the change in tactics?
Sergio Aguero
How is it possible that the league top scorer not be in PFA team of the year? Sure Manchester City did not have a great season, but it is no reason to doubt the quality of the Argentine.
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