Top Ten EPL Buys So Far | Thebigtip

The transfer season is almost over. While some teams have spent their money wisely, others haven’t. Here is the list of the the top 10 signings of the EPL so far.

10. Jose Enrique

Age: 25
Nationality: Spain
Position: Left Back

To: Liverpool
From: Newcastle United
Transfer Value: 6.8 million pounds

Jose Enrique is an exceptional left back. He loves to attack and performed very well in his debut match against Sunderland. He was voted as Newcastle United’s player of the season for 2009-2010. He helped Newcastle stay in the top flight last season and he hardly put a foot wrong in Liverpool’s match against Sunderland.

Rating: 7/10

9. Shay Given

Age: 35
Nationality: Republiic of Ireland
Position: Goalkeeper

To: Aston Villa
From: Manchester City
Transfer Value: 3.5 million pounds

Even though he spent 16 months without first team action, Given was in excellent form in Aston Villa’s match against Fulham and he showed that he is still one of the best goalkeepers in the world. Given made some excellent saves and the 35 year old may be the best goalkeeper in the EPL after Petr Cech.

Rating: 7.25/10

8. Gael Clichy

Age: 26
Nationality: French
Position: Left Back

To: Manchester City
From: Arsenal
Transfer Value: 6.75 million pounds

Clichy is a solid left back. Clichy can also play as an attacking player and is describes as a player who possesses “almost unrivaled stamina” that is quick and willing to move forward. He was a member of Arsenal’s famous 'Invincibles' and getting him for less than 10 million pounds is a big bargain for Manchester City.

Rating: 8/10

7. Romelu Lukaku

Age: 18
Nationality: Belgium
Position: Striker

To: Chelsea
From: Anderlecht
Transfer Value: Around 22 million pounds

Lukaku has been often termed as the ‘next Drogba’ because of his physical pressence and goal scoring ability. The 18 year old can be a huge hit at Stamford Bridge and has the ability to succeed in the EPL. The striker scored 41 times for Anderlecht in less than 100 matches.

Rating: 8.5/10

6. Phil Jones

Age: 19
Nationality: England
Position: Center Back/Defensive Midfield

To: Manchester United
From: Blackburn Rovers
Transfer Value: 17 million pounds

Rating: 9/10

Phil Jones is an excellent defender. He is just 19 years old and has all the qualities to sustain the physically demanding game that the EPL has inherited. Jones came on as a substitute in the game against West Brom, played very well and has the ability to become one of the best defenders in the world.

5. Gervinho

Age: 24
Nationality: Ivory Coast
Position: Winger/Attacker

To: Arsenal
From: Lillee
Transfer Value: 10.5 million pounds

He may have got a red card in his EPL debut but still Gervinho is a promising player. He played well against Newcastle in the first half and scored twice on his debut for Arsenal. Gervinho has a killer instinct in front of goals which Arsenal have been missing for a long time. Gervinho and Van Persie, together, can form a deadly attacking patnership for Arsenal.

Rating: 9/10