5 of the Premier League’s greatest ever left-backs (Videos)

The left-back position is often seen as the least appealing on the field. Whether the reason for this is because it is often that the one kid from school who could kick a ball with his left foot was stuck there, whether the non-existantant glory that you get from playing there, or simply the old joke ‘so-and-so is left-back – left back in the changing room’, it is seen as something of a chore to play there.

However, the list of these 5 individuals who have made a fortune and a successful career from playing in this role during the Premier League era should be seen as inspirational players and ones whose lead should be followed.

To start you off and whet your whistle, here is a clip of Roberto Carlos, the greatest ever left-back in the history of football – in my opinion anyway.

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