Jarrad Branthwaite [Everton FC]

When it comes to transfers, Manchester United are linked to players more than any other club as agents aim to generate interest and journalists aim to drive traffic. Despite underperforming massively since Sir Alex Ferguson retired, United remain one of the biggest clubs in the world and they’ve spent inordinate amounts across the last decade. Since the start of the 2013/14 campaign - the season after Ferguson retired after winning the club’s last Premier League title - United have spent €1.8b on new players. Only Chelsea (€2.49b) and Manchester City (€1.92b) have a higher expenditure over that period with United’s net spend of -€1,320b is worse than both rivals due to their terrible record of selling players.

Ange Postecoglou has deservedly been universally praised for transforming Tottenham Hotspur’s fortunes since his appointment in the summer. The former Celtic boss has successfully implemented an exciting style of play at Spurs after his three predecessors were renowned for their pragmatic approach. Expectation levels were low for Tottenham this season, especially after Harry Kane’s departure for Bayern Munich, but Postecoglou has already surpassed them with the North London club firmly in the race for a Champions League place. Spurs supporters are daring to dream under their new leader with his high-octane football silencing any doubters but could their Achilles heel scupper their top five ambitions?

The Premier League season is venturing towards its conclusion and as a result Transfermarkt has now published its contenders for the division’s Player of the Year awards. Alongside picking the individual that deserves to stand out among all other players in the English top-flight, users can also pick their preferred candidate for goalkeeper, defender, midfielder and forward.