Premier League Team of the Season: Three Arsenal and Manchester City players, but only one Liverpool star

Arsenal player William Saliba — Rolls-Royce defender; and one of three Arsenal players in our featured XI. Photo: REUTERS/Dylan Martinez

Choosing the team of the season is an almost impossible task, not least because more than one player is often superior at one position.

This campaign is notable for the number of strikers who have been at the top his game, and it’s hard not to mention Dominic Solanke and Alexander Isak.

In midfield, Alexis McAllister has impressed at Liverpool, but finding space for him is also difficult. Defensively he was less formidable, although Arsenal fans argue that both Ben White and Gabriel should be selected. Impressive full-backs have been in short supply, and while it was tempting to include Tottenham's Destiny Udogi or even Fulham's Anthony Robinson, this is a team that would benefit from a back three.

The choice has been made. out of the top six, which may seem obvious, but Manchester City and Arsenal deserve to dominate as they have, of course, dominated the Premier League.

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(3-4-1-2) Aston Villa); Saliba (Arsenal), Van Dijk (Liverpool), Van de Ven (Tottenham); Rodri (Manchester City), Palmer (Chelsea), Rice (Arsenal), Odegaard (Arsenal); Foden (Manchester City); Watkins (Aston Villa), Haaland (Manchester City).

Emiliano Martinez

His recent performance against Liverpool aside, the Argentine once again put in an outstanding performance. It's not just about his presence and personality, but also about his abilities. Tributes should also be paid to Everton's Jordan Pickford and Arsenal's Golden Glove winner David Rai. Aston Villa' World Championship winner Emi Martinez once again delivered an outstanding performance. Photo: Robin Jones/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images William Saliba

The 23-year-old is the Rolls Royce of a defender at the center of the Premier League's best back line. . He makes it look easy and effortless.

Virgil van Dijk

Liverpool's captain has guided his team skillfully through a season in which they have had to cope with injuries and bloodshed among young players. Their defense is yet to be decided, but he remains a constant.

Micky van de Ven

Is there anyone faster than the Tottenham defender? He had a hugely impressive debut season and it was a shame that he was hampered by a hamstring injury. Up to this point, he may have been a signatory to the campaign.

Mick van de Ven impresses with his speed and tackles. Photo: ANDY RAIN/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock Rhodri

That's true. – not counting the Champions League penalty shootout against Real Madrid – it has been more than a year since the Spanish midfielder lost a game for club or country. This shows how important he is.

Cole Palmer

Even when Chelsea struggled early in the season, Palmer consistently excelled with his goals, assists and smart play. He quickly became their favorite man and their most important player.

Declan Rice

“Cheap at half price,” Arsenal fans chant, and not only has Rice fully justified the £105 million it cost to buy him. from West Ham United but fit in perfectly. He is playing better than ever.

Rice has been the driving force behind Arsenal's midfield. Photo: Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal via Getty Images Martin Odegaard

The Arsenal captain is one of the most technically gifted players in the league. How he never made it at Real Madrid remains a mystery. He is also an extremely hard worker and puts pressure on his team.

Phil Foden

The 23-year-old deservedly took home all the awards thanks to his best record in goals and assists. Moreover, he became a key player in Pep Guardiola's team, as well as in the England national team.

Phil Foden Sixth season winning title became his best. Photo: AP Photo/Dave Thompson Ollie Watkins

Averaging more goals in two games and also providing the most assists in the Premier League, Watkins has led the way superbly.

Perhaps if only Roy Keane had his way, Haaland would be in the League Two team of the season. The center forward didn't score a goal last season but his performance remains phenomenal and he also suffered an injury.