The TOP TEN Premier League Workhorses

Every year sees an influx of exciting talent into the prestigious Premier League. But for those new recruits and established home grown talent there is no trait more immediately endearing to supporters than that of effort and hard work. If reports are to be believed the languid Dimitar Berbatov has turned a corner by running more and working on his body language. This is a terse analysis but one which demonstrates a British fixation with effort and activity on the pitch. Below are ten of those who can be relied upon to put in a shift.

Carlos Tevez

The newly installed Manchester City captain is industrious and arguably the hardest working forward in the league. Yet to master the English language, the rationale for handing him the armband is the example he sets to his team-mates. With the look of a brawler it is unsurprising that goals are often gained through harrying casual defences. This tactic may have sealed Ben Foster’s fate at Manchester United last season.

Dirk Kuyt

Although regularly fielded on the right wing, Kuyt’s defensive work often receives more attention. The tireless Dutch runner resisted the overtures of his former manager at Inter Milan this summer. The Anfield crowd’s fears were allayed and few forwards work for the entire team with his relish and determination.

Tim Cahill

Nearby Goodison Park harbours another of the league’s hardest working professionals. Cahill’s work rate can be attributed to his decision to leave Australia at just 16-years old in the hope of finding success in England. The former Millwall midfielder is a combative, strong-willed player who is indefatigable on the pitch. His unyielding commitment is shown by his desire to leap highest and score countless headed goals despite being 5ft 10in tall.

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