Ranking the 5 greatest Spanish players in Premier League history

Manchester United v Arsenal - Premier League
Manchester United v Arsenal - Premier League

#3. Juan Mata - Chelsea, Manchester United

Manchester United v Chelsea - Premier League
Manchester United v Chelsea - Premier League

Juan Mata is one of the most technically gifted players of his generation.

The midfielder has had the pleasure of representing two Premier League clubs: Chelsea and Manchester United. Mata was signed by Chelsea in 2011, where he spent three years before signing for Manchester United.

Mata is an excellent playmaker and displays great skill in tight spaces. His technique is world-class and he is adept at picking out teammates while also being able to score goals himself.

Mata has enjoyed his fair share of success with both clubs. With Chelsea, he won an FA Cup, a UEFA Europa League and a memorable UEFA Champions League. Mata has won an FA Cup and a UEFA Europa League with Manchester United.

As Mata approaches the twilight of his career, it is clear that his impact on the game is undeniable. Mata continues to be an icon for several young fans across the globe.


#2. Cesc Fabregas - Arsenal, Chelsea

Arsenal v AZ Alkmaar - UEFA Champions League
Arsenal v AZ Alkmaar - UEFA Champions League

Cesc Fabregas is a modern-day legend of the Premier League.

Having begun his career with Arsenal, Fabregas quickly grew into one of the club's most important players. He went on to become the youngest-ever player, youngest-ever goalscorer and youngest-ever captain in the club's history.

Despite winning only one FA Cup with the Gunners, Fabregas is credited with being the face of Arsenal's metamorphosis. The Spanish midfielder stepped up on the world's biggest stage even when the club was going through financial turmoil and is fondly remembered as a club legend.

Fabregas moved to Barcelona before later signing for Chelsea in 2014. He spent five years with Chelsea and enjoyed great success. Fabregas won two Premier League titles and one FA Cup during his stint with the Blues and is most well-known for forming a formidable attacking partnership with compatriot Diego Costa.

Currently 34 years old, Fabregas plys his trade with Monaco in Ligue 1. His style of play and his incredible understanding of the game at such a young age has inspired several fans and players alike.


#1. David Silva - Manchester City

Manchester City v Manchester United - Carabao Cup: Semi Final
Manchester City v Manchester United - Carabao Cup: Semi Final

David Silva is quite possibly the best Spanish player in Premier League history.

The midfielder joined Manchester City in 2010 and is credited with being one of the faces of the club's transformation into a world-class unit. Silva displayed a truly unique style of football and was an integral part of the club's success over the past decade.

Having been signed as a promising midfielder, Silva went on to become one of the best players in Manchester City's history. During his 10-year period with the Cityzens, Silva contributed largely towards the club's first-ever Premier League title and then some.

David Silva, along with the likes of Yaya Toure, Sergio Aguero and Kevin de Bruyne, have etched their names into Manchester City folklore. In his 10 years in Manchester, Silva won four Premier League titles, two FA Cups and five EFL Cups.

Silva is one of the most decorated players in Manchester City history and is undeniably one of the club's biggest legends in the Premier League era.

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