3. Vincent Kompany
Manchester City defender Vincent Kompany is the only player left from the Thaksin Shinawatra era, and there is clear reasons why. The likes of Robinho, Elano, Javier Garrido, Geovanni and Jerome Boateng have all moved on, while the Belgium international has become a firm fan favourite at the Etihad Stadium. As usual, the former Anderlecht man has led from the back, and in many people’s opinion, he is the best defender the Premier League has to offer.