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#5 Dennis Bergkamp (Forward)

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Dennis Bergkamp

Considered by many as the greatest foreign player to grace English shores, Dennis Bergkamp is not only an Arsenal icon but a hero of the Dutch national side.

Known for his technique, vision and eye for goal, Bergkamp is often described as the best player many former team-mates have ever played with; Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira, Ian Wright.

Bergkamp came through the Ajax academy before breaking into the first-team and eventually the national side. His performances attracted interest from Inter Milan, and he moved to Serie A for two seasons. In Italy, he struggled to recapture his form in Holland and opted for a move away when Arsenal came calling in 1995.

11 successful years in North London resulted in 3 Premier League titles - including one unbeaten season - to add to his successes in Holland and Italy. For the national side, his performances at the 1998 World Cup showed the world his talent when he scored possibly the greatest goal ever witnessed in the tournament.

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