An extensive list of the top 100 Premier League players ahead of the new season.
100) Aaron Cresswell (West Ham)
Impressive in his first season in the Premier League last year, West Ham left-back Aaron Cresswell is 100th on the list.
99) Winston Reid (West Ham)
Another Hammers defender, Winston Reid was a key performer at Upton Park last season.
98) Chris Smalling (Manchester United)
Underrated by some, Manchester United centre-back Chris Smalling needs more consistency to climb up these rankings.
97) Ashley Williams (Swansea)
A fine defender and leader, Swansea captain Ashley Williams deserves a place in the Premier League’s top 100.
96) Marcos Rojo (Manchester United)
Not yet at his best in English football, Marcos Rojo is a promising talent who should improve.
95) Cedric Soares (Southampton)
A new signing this summer, Portuguese right-back Cedric Soares impressed at Sporting Lisbon and should do well for Southampton.
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94) John Stones (Everton)
A hugely promising young talent, Everton’s John Stones can go on to become one of the best defenders in the Premier League.
93) Cheikhou Kouyate (West Ham)
Strong in his first season in England, the West Ham midfielder has the potential to be a key player for the club again this term.
92) Moussa Sissoko (Newcastle)
A commanding box-to-box player, Moussa Sissoko needs to be more consistent and could also benefit from a move to a bigger club.
91) Hector Bellerin (Arsenal)
Now a regular for Arsenal, the Spanish right-back is a top young talent who should keep on improving this season.
90) Bacary Sagna (Manchester City)
Still to reach top form for Manchester City, Bacary Sagna is certainly a top player on his day, though perhaps past his peak now.
89) Jeremain Lens (Sunderland)
A summer signing from Dynamo Kiev, Jeremain Lens looks a talent who could help Sunderland improve their fortunes on the pitch.
88) Kevin Mirallas (Everton)
Pacey and skillful with an eye for goal, the Belgian is hard to play against when he’s really in the mood.
87) Erik Lamela (Tottenham)
A big-money flop, Erik Lamela has still shown some glimpses of real ability in his time at White Hart Lane – maybe this is finally his year?
86) Graziano Pelle (Southampton)
Starting brightly before fading, the Italian striker could be a big player for Southampton this season after a full year to settle.
85) Georginio Wijnaldum (Newcastle)
An exciting midfield signing from PSV, Georginion Wijnaldum looks a player who could make an instant impact at Newcastle.
84) Diafra Sakho (West Ham)
A player who needs to score more goals, Diafra Sakho has been tipped to become one of the best in the Premier League with time.
83) Marouane Fellaini (Manchester United)
A powerful midfield player who improved for Manchester United last season, the Belgian may struggle for playing time this term.
82) Ryan Shawcross (Stoke City)
A superb defender and one of Stoke’s most important players, Ryan Shawcross is an underrated star of the Premier League.
81) Phil Jagielka (Everton)
An experienced and commanding defensive player who is crucial for Everton, Phil Jagielka makes it to 81st on this list.
80) Francis Coquelin (Arsenal)
A young player who really impressed in the Arsenal first-team last season, Francis Coquelin could really rise up these rankings this season.
79) Enner Valencia (West Ham)
An impressive forward with bags of potential, Enner Valencia did well in his first season with West Ham and looks ready to get even better.
78) Emre Can (Liverpool)
One of the best young players in England right now, Emre Can looks a huge prospect for Liverpool in either defence or midfield.
77) Danny Welbeck (Arsenal)
A player who needs to improve, Danny Welbeck only makes it to 77th on this list after a poor first season with Arsenal.
76) Fabian Delph (Manchester City)
Impressive at Aston Villa, Fabian Delph doesn’t quite look like being Manchester City quality, but could be a decent signing on the cheap.
75) Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (Arsenal)
A young player who has taken some time to find his best form, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain looks like getting much better this season.
74) Victor Wanyama (Southampton)
A key part of this Southampton side, Victor Wanyama has it all and just needs more consistency to climb these rankings.
73) Ki Sung-yueng (Swansea)
An underrated talent, Ki Sung-yeung was a vital part of how Swansea played last season with some intelligent midfield displays.
72) Fernandino (Manchester City)
Not at his best last season, the Brazilian box-to-box player is certainly a fine player at his best.
71) Luke Shaw (Manchester United)
Full of potential but yet to show it, Manchester United left-back Luke Shaw is being tipped to have a much better season in 2015/16.
70) Federico Fernandez (Swansea)
Another Swans star who had a solid season last term, Federico Fernandez is listed as 70th best player in this list.
69) Jefferson Montero (Swansea)
Surprisingly high on this list, Swansea winger Jefferson Montero only scored one goal last season, but showed that he could do better with time.
68) Ryan Bertrand (Southampton)
A player who proved a great signing for the Saints, Ryan Bertrand is certainly benefitting from playing more regularly.
67) Leighton Baines (Everton)
Perhaps past his best now, Everton left-back Leighton Baines is only ranked 67th on this list, though he remains a key part of this Everton side.
66) Per Mertesacker (Arsenal)
Often mocked for being a bit slow, Per Mertesacker has still shown himself to be a real presence in this Arsenal side and is still first choice this season.
65) Ashley Young (Manchester United)
Much improved last season, Ashley Young can be a key player for Manchester United again in 2015/16.
64) Romelu Lukaku (Everton)
One of the best young strikers in the game, Romelu Lukaku wasn’t quite at his best last season but should be firing again soon.
63) Dusan Tadic (Southampton)
A superb attacking midfielder whose form faded in the second half of last season, it will be interesting to see how Dusan Tadic does this time.
62) Nacho Monreal (Arsenal)
One of Arsenal’s most improved players last season, the Spanish left-back is now a guaranteed starter for the Gunners.
61) Nabil Bentaleb (Tottenham)
A top young talent, Nabil Bentaleb has made himself undroppable in the Spurs midfield already, despite only being 20 years old.
60) Memphis Depay (Manchester United)
An exciting £30m signing from PSV, Memphis Depay looks set for a big season at Old Trafford if he can replicate his Eredivisie form.
59) Daley Blind (Manchester United)
After a decent first season, Daley Blind will be hoping to improve and nail down a regular role in one position this term.
58) Yohan Cabaye (Crystal Palace)
Back in the Premier League after a disappointing spell with PSG, Yohan Cabaye will be hoping to rediscover his best Newcastle form with Crystal Palace.
57) Jose Fonte (Southampton)
A superb defender who really shone for Southampton last season, Jose Fonte could arguably be even higher on this list.
56) Seamus Coleman (Everton)
Linked with bigger clubs this summer, Seamus Coleman is a top talent and should be key to Everton’s performances again this season.
55) Nathaniel Clyne (Liverpool)
After a fine season with Southampton last year, Nathaniel Clyne looks an exciting signing for Liverpool.
54) Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham)
A classy and versatile defender, Jan Vertonghen is sure to be a major player for Tottenham again in 2015/16.
53) James McCarthy (Everton)
Linked with Arsenal for much of the summer, James McCarthy is undoubtedly an underrated midfield star of the Premier League.
52) Theo Walcott (Arsenal)
A player who’d surely be higher if not for his injuries, Arsenal star Theo Walcott is a force to be reckoned with at his best.
51) Saido Mane (Southampton)
An exciting goalscoring winger, Saido Mane could be even better for Southampton this season after some stand-out displays last term.
50) Loic Remy (Chelsea)
One of the finest backup strikers in the league, Chelsea’s Loic Remy seems just right at about 50th place in the Premier League’s best players.
49) Gylfi Sigurdsson (Swansea)
Skillful and creative, Gylfi Sigurdsson looks back at his best in a Swansea shirt again, though his influence waned as last season went on.
48) Harry Kane (Tottenham)
Only 48th, Harry Kane still has to prove he’s not a one-season wonder after a superb run of goalscoring form for Tottenham in 2014/15.
47) Joe Hart (Manchester City)
One of the best goalkeepers in Europe on his day, Manchester City star Joe Hart makes it to 47th on this list.
46) Matteo Darmian (Manchester United)
Brought in from Torino, Matteo Darmian shone in Serie A and has had a decent pre-season for the Red Devils.
45) Bastian Schweinsteiger (Manchester United)
Shockingly low for a player of his calibre, the World Cup winner joins from Bayern Munich but is not quite being tipped to be among the stars of this season.
44) Olivier Giroud (Arsenal)
An underrated striker, Olivier Giroud makes it to 44th on this list after perhaps his best season for Arsenal, but he can still do better and should aim for 20+ goals in 2015/16.
43) Andre Ayew (Swansea)
Hugely impressive in Ligue 1, it will be interesting to see how Andre Ayew performs in the Premier League after joining Swansea.
42) Mamadou Sakho (Liverpool)
A powerful and solid defender still prone to the occasional lapse in concentration, Mamadou Sakho will be hoping to improve this season.
41) Gary Cahill (Chelsea)
Surprisingly low for a defender of his calibre, Gary Cahill has been crucial to Chelsea’s strong record at the back in recent times.
40) Dmitri Payet (West Ham)
Another of many exciting new signings by West Ham this summer, Dmitri Payet was excellent last season and one of the most creative attacking players in Europe, statistically.
39) Wilfried Bony (Manchester City)
Surprisingly high on this list after a slow start to life at Manchester City, Wilfried Bony has not looked close to replicating his finest form from his time at Swansea.
38) Roberto Firmino (Liverpool)
An exciting young talent, Roberto Firmino looks set to become a key part of this Liverpool team after a £29m move from Hoffenheim.
37) Jack Wilshere (Arsenal)
Inconsistent and frustrating, but Jack Wilshere is a top talent when he stays fit, looking good in a number of positions for Arsenal.
36) Christian Benteke (Liverpool)
Deadly at Aston Villa, Christian Benteke looks just the signing up front that Liverpool need, following his £32.5m move this summer.
35) Christian Eriksen (Tottenham)
One of the best playmakers in England, the Danish international will be hoping to really do the business week in, week out in 2015/16.
34) Pablo Zabaleta (Manchester City)
An awesome all-action right-back, Pablo Zabaleta has continued to be one of City’s most important players for the last few years.
33) Toby Alderweireld (Tottenham)
Excellent on loan at Southampton last season, Toby Alderweireld should prove a great signing in defence for Tottenham.
32) Samir Nasri (Manchester City)
A very strange choice to go above players like Schweinsteiger, Wilshere and Eriksen, Samir Nasri is selected in 32nd place despite doing little for City in recent times.
31) James Milner (Liverpool)
A smart free transfer, James Milner looks a good addition to Liverpool’s midfield after some fine form for Manchester City in 2014/15.
30) Raheem Sterling (Manchester City)
An expensive gamble, Manchester City new-boy Raheem Sterling is an explosive young player still to reach his best form, but could still arguably be higher on this list.
29) Michael Carrick (Manchester United)
Still a vital part of how United play, Michael Carrick will be hoping to contribute more this season and keep fit on a more regular basis.
28) Jordan Henderson (Liverpool)
Liverpool’s new captain, Jordan Henderson has been a growing influence in this Reds squad and should now have one of his finest seasons.
27) Branislav Ivanovic (Chelsea)
Undoubtedly a world class right-back, Branislav Ivanovic is a fans’ favourite for his superb box-to-box performances at Stamford Bridge.
26) Ander Herrera (Manchester United)
Hugely impressive in his first season at Old Trafford, Ander Herrera deserves to make it to 26th on this list.
25) Morgan Schneiderlin (Manchester United)
One of the best midfielders in the country last term, Morgan Schneiderlin should prove superb for United if he carries on where he left off for Southampton.
24) Laurent Koscielny (Arsenal)
A hugely underrated player in the Premier League, Arsenal’s Laurent Koscielny should be set for another good season at the Emirates Stadium.
23) Juan Mata (Manchester United)
Close to replicating the fine form he showed at Chelsea, Juan Mata could have a very big season for Manchester United this year.
22) Daniel Sturridge (Liverpool)
One of the best strikers in Europe when fit, Daniel Sturridge will be key for Liverpool this season if they get him back to his best in terms of fitness and confidence.
21) Oscar (Chelsea)
A major player in Chelsea’s title win last season, the Brazilian playmaker is a creative genius with the eye for the occasional spectacular goal.
20) Willian (Chelsea)
Surprisingly high, Willian is a hard worker and gives this Chelsea team balance, though as an individual he doesn’t exactly stand out.
19) Philippe Coutinho (Liverpool)
A player who should surely be higher, Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho is only ranked 19th on this list.
18) Cesar Azpilicueta (Chelsea)
A player who has made the left-back slot his own at Chelsea, Cesar Azpilicueta is not the best going forward from full-back, but a great defender.
17) Hugo Lloris (Tottenham)
A world class goalkeeper, Hugo Lloris is undoubtedly one of Tottenham’s best players and has been linked with bigger clubs in recent times.
16) Petr Cech (Arsenal)
One of the signings of the summer, Petr Cech could be the difference for Arsenal this season after his surprise move from rivals Chelsea.
15) John Terry (Chelsea)
Still one of the best centre-backs in world football, John Terry was outstanding last season and is sure to be key for the Blues again this year.
14) Wayne Rooney (Manchester United)
United and England captain, Wayne Rooney should be used up front this season and that is sure to see him get back to his very best.
13) Santi Cazorla (Arsenal)
A creative genius in midfield, Santi Cazorla shone in a deeper role for Arsenal last season and looks set for another strong campaign.
12) Aaron Ramsey (Arsenal)
Not at his best last term, but the Welshman remains one of the best young midfielders in Europe and a sure starter for Arsene Wenger’s side.
11) Yaya Toure (Manchester City)
Another player whose form dropped last season, but City star Yaya Toure remains one of the best in the world on his day.
10) Nemanja Matic (Chelsea)
Perhaps the best defensive midfielder in the game, Chelsea’s Nemanja Matic was immense for the club last season in their title win.
9) Thibaut Courtois (Chelsea)
A truly oustanding goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois showed that Jose Mourinho was right to make him number one last term.
8) David de Gea (Manchester United)
The best goalkeeper in the league and perhaps Europe, David de Gea was in inspired form for United last season.
7) Mesut Ozil (Arsenal)
An excellent player, but perhaps not one who deserves to be above his team-mate Cazorla, Arsenal star Mesut Ozil makes it to 7th on this list.
6) Diego Costa (Chelsea)
One of the best strikers in the world, Chelsea front-man Diego Costa had an awesome first season in England last year, with only injuries preventing him winning the Golden Boot.
5) David Silva (Manchester City)
No longer looking like the player he once was, David Silva is arguably a little high on this list, but remains a class act when on form.
4) Cesc Fabregas (Chelsea)
An instant success at Chelsea, Cesc Fabregas will be hoping for another influential season from midfield, though he needs to avoid that dip in form that plagued him in the second half of last season.
3) Alexis Sanchez (Arsenal)
One of the best players in the world, Alexis Sanchez has been a superb signing for Arsenal and could be in contention for first place if he improves any further.
2) Eden Hazard (Chelsea)
A surprise second, Chelsea winger Eden Hazard was named PFA Player of the Year last season and lit up the top flight with his dazzling displays.
1) Sergio Aguero (Manchester City)
A world class striker, no doubt, Manchester City star Sergio Aguero finished as top scorer last season and could make the difference in the title race in 2015/16.
List via Bleacher Report.