Yes Nads had a guest columnist do this (being Mal) so I am copying that but doing it myself.
Goalkeeper: Brad Friedel
This guy is way too good to not be playing for a top club. He is simply amazing and so consistent. He is vastly experienced and looks to have atleast 3-4 more good years left if current evidence is anything to go on. Absolute key to Blackburn being a hugely improved club.
Right Back: Vedran Corluka
One of the best right backs running around in the EPL today. Absolutely fantastic in defence and so composed on the ball. Superstar of the future at either right back or centre back. Again, no coincidence that Manchester City are doing so well with this colossal man in defence.
Left Back: Joleon Lescott
Just edges out Gareth Bale and Nicky Shorey. Ugly as fuck but can easily play central or left back. Very useful going forward and a real robust tackler.
Centre Back: Martin Laursen
Barnstorming season and showing his potential that saw him on the books at AC Milan as a defender for a while. His injuries have finally subsided, atleast for now, and he is 27 years of age so his best years will be just around the corner. Solid through the middle and a huge threat from set pieces.
Centre Back: Sol Campbell
Fantastic since moving to Portsmouth and back to his domineering best. Immense physical presence and robust tackler. Rarely makes mistakes and a handful from set pieces. Back to his best because he is out of the spotlight and can concentrate on playing to his potential.
Right Midfield: Mikel Arteta
You can put this fella anywhere in the midfield and he will be excellent. Huge talent who is unlucky not to be representing Spain with regularity, (being Spanish he has huge competition), he is Everton's apex in attack. Has taken his tremendous form from last season into this one.
Left Midfield: Morten Gamst Pedersen
May seem an odd choice with his season being so quiet but he is a class act. A natural right footer who was made to use his left foot by his father and as a result is very much two footed. Can head a ball, cross a ball, pass a ball and doesn't mind a spectacular goal. Should be at a top 4 club, he has class written all over himself.
Central Midfield (Attacking): Elano Blumer
Has to be Elano. Absolutely scintilating this season and it is hard to understand why he was in the Ukraine for so long. Has his best years ahead of him and is the cornerstone of Manchester City's creativity in attack.
Central Midfield (Defensive): Papa Bouba Diop
Complete defensive midfielder; tall, imposing, physical, able to pass and gets forward when needed. Quiet last season with Fulham after a few very good ones. His move to Upton Park seems to have reinvigorated him and he is back to his best and dominating the midfield like a player of his talent and physical stature should.
Striker (Link Up Man/Target Man): Kenwyne Jones
Exploded into the Premiership after a 7 million pound transfer from Southampton, which seemed laughable at the time. Been quiet in the past few weeks with his goal scoring but still a handful everytime he plays. Reminicent of Emmanuel Adebayor in style and appearance, Jones looks destined for a bigger club than Sunderland. At 23 still has plenty of time to get more skillful and calm in front of goal.
Striker (Goal Scorer): Nicholas Anelka
A man who has seemingly wasted his career through a poor attitude and misguidance as a youngster. An amazing goal scorer who scores bucket loads wherever he ventures to, he is one of the most talented strikers on the planet.
Sub 1: David James
Huge experience and a new lease of life at Pompey, James is unlucky not to be rated first choice here.
Sub 2: Olof Mellberg
Vast experience and can slot in at centre half or right back. Utility value and reliability gets him on the bench.
Sub 3: David Bentley
An English player with good technique and looks set for big things. Can easily score and set up goals.
Sub 4: Gareth Barry
Can play left midfield, left back, attacking midfield or defensive midfield. Great utility and a very talented player. Should make any team.
Sub 5: Obafemi Martins
Top class striker who will thrive WHEN he leaves Newcastle and gets good service. Strong, excellent balance and a real power merchant Martins is more than a handful to any defence.
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