Top 10 most successful Brazilian players in Premier League history

Based on criteria related to the number of appearances, titles, personal contributions, importance to the team as well as career success in general, let's take a look at the 10 most successful Brazilian players in history. Premier League history.

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10. David Luiz (Chelsea, Arsenal)

In the central defender position, Brazil has two big names who have been playing football in the Premier League: Thiago Silva and David Luiz. Compared to his class, Silva may be rated higher, but Luiz is still ranked higher on this list because his playing time in the Premier League is much longer than his former teammate. Although he occasionally makes silly mistakes, Luiz still leaves a strong mark on England, especially in the Chelsea shirt with 1 Premier League, 1 Champions League and 2 Europa Leagues.

9. Juninho (Middlesbrough)

Juninho is not the first Brazilian in the Premier League, nor is he the most successful, but in English football in general and the Premier League in particular, he has a special position. The Brazilian attacking midfielder is one of those who paved the way, showing Premier League teams the importance of a player who may not be big or strong but is tough, smart and delicate, who has the ability to Ability to operate in tight spaces between routes. To date, Juninho is still the only Brazilian player to win the title of Best Player in the Premier League (1996/97 season).

8. Gilberto Silva (Arsenal)

Unlike the popular impression of Brazilian players, Gilberto Silva is not fast, skillful, nor does he possess eye-catching "skills". But he was a very important cog in Arsenal's squad in the 2000s, a mainstay in their invincible squad. Silva's dynamism, tenacity and calm style are the launching pad for the Gunners' attacking players to fly high. He combined with Patrick Vieira to become the most difficult to beat central midfield pair in the world at that time.

7. Philippe Coutinho (Liverpool, Aston Villa)

Many Liverpool fans still feel sorry for Coutinho. If he had stayed at Anfield a little longer, he would probably have become the best player in the world and conquered everything with The Kop, as Coach Klopp always said. Sadly, Coutinho chose to move to Barcelona when Klopp's invincible Liverpool had not yet really taken shape, and therefore did not have the success it deserved. But even so, he still left a deep impression in the Premier League and deserves to be on this list.

6. Willian (Chelsea, Arsenal, Fulham)

While playing for Chelsea, Willian was one of the best wingers not only in the Premier League but also in the world. He has excellent dribbling ability, dangerous crosses, and can also score when needed. There were times when Chelsea could only rely on Willian. His time at Arsenal was not as expected, but Willian has somewhat shown himself in the Fulham shirt now. In any case, he still has 2 Premier League championships.

5. Fabinho (Liverpool)

Fabinho was once the most important player in Liverpool's squad under coach Klopp. Stability, technical ability and, most importantly, excellent tactical awareness make the Brazilian midfielder a reliable support for the team. Whether playing as a holding midfielder or a central defender, Fabinho always performs excellently and sometimes makes people feel like he has no weaknesses. In fact, up to now, after Fabinho left, Liverpool still has not found a worthy replacement.

4. Ederson (Man City)

Ederson's appearance has completely overturned all traditional notions about the goalkeeper position in English football. The former Benfica goalkeeper is first and foremost an excellent catcher, but what makes him special is his unique ability to play with his feet. A former midfielder, Ederson can throw passes with incredible accuracy and force, whether short or long. He also possesses nerves of steel, does not waver under pressure, and has excellent ability to manage space behind the high defense.

3. Alisson Becker (Liverpool)

Ederson is so good, but he is only a substitute for Alisson on the Brazilian team. That detail alone is enough to express the excellence of this goalkeeper. Alisson doesn't play particularly well with his feet like Ederson, but is still better than most other goalkeepers. Not only that, Alisson is also especially good at controlling the penalty area, one-on-one plays, and the ability to command the defense. Besides, he still knows... to score. The fans still haven't forgotten the late goal that helped Liverpool beat West Brom to win Alisson's ticket to the Champions League two years ago.

2. Fernandinho (Man City)

"I wish I had 11 Fernandinho on the field," coach Pep Guardiola once exclaimed when asked about the Brazilian midfielder's role in his team. Being the "legacy" of old coaches, but under Pep Guardiola, Fernandinho is still used, and has an even more prominent role thanks to his excellent ability to escape pressing, regulate and intercept. Rodri is now so excellent partly thanks to the time he spent "apprenticing" under Fernadinho.

1. Roberto Firmino (Liverpool)

The person leading the list of Brazilian players scoring goals in the Premier League is Firmino. But the Brazilian striker is at number one in the list of the best Brazilian players in Premier League history not only thanks to his ability to score goals. It's even been said that Firmino is at his best when he's not scoring, with his ability to operate off the ball and connect exceptionally well. He is an indispensable link in the Salah-Firmino-Mane trio that once dominated English and European football.