In previous posts, we have taken a look at the best-paid Premier League goalkeepers, defenders and strikers; it is now time to look at the midfielders.

This list does include two Man City players who were signed during the summer transfer window.

The other three names are all highly regarded stars, who have made a big impression in the Premier League over the past few years.

Press the next page as we go through the five highest-paid midfielders in the English top flight (using stats from Capology)…