Premier League 2019-20 | Top 5 Most Underrated Players In The League

2. John Fleck

Fleck has been one of the unsung heroes of Sheffield United's remarkable season

Sheffield United are unquestionably the success story of the Premier League season thus far - touted as one of the favourites for relegation at the start of the season, they currently occupy the fifth spot in the table and have European football firmly in their sights. Manager Chris Wilder’s innovative approach to play with overlapping center-backs has brought defenders like Jack O’Connell and Chris Basham into the limelight, while midfielder John Lundstram is one of the finds of the season (and not just in the Fantasy Premier League). However, one of the most underrated parts of Sheffield’s unconventional setup is the Scottish midfielder John Fleck, who has been quietly effective in taking the Blades where they are today.

The ex-Rangers man is integral to the way Sheffield United play, contributing both offensively and defensively. While his partner in midfield Lundstram grabbed all the headlines for his goals at the start of the season, Fleck has chipped in with five of his own, with two assists to boot. The 28-year-old has also featured in seven clean sheets, highlighting his importance in the team. If the Blades are to secure European football for next season, much of it will be down to Fleck’s consistent displays in midfield, which deserve more recognition than they receive currently.