Centre Halves

Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards choose the Premier League’s best central defenders.

Given the sheer depth and quality of players that have graced this position over the years in the division, it is a tough list to whittle down. From legendary Arsenal stopper Tony Adams to Manchester United’s Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic, plus the likes of Chelsea’s trophy-laden skipper John Terry, the competition is fierce.