In today’s post, we will be profiling some of the Premier League’s greatest enigmas. Players who possessed the talent to go far in the game but never really made the most of their gifts.

A lot of the time, it comes down to mentality. A footballer may have outstanding natural talents but they lack the application or right attitude to reach their potential.

The five players on our list all qualify as enigmas in one way or another, with some having had more success in English football than others.

Press the next page as we go through the Premier League stars who flattered to deceive: