After going through the best left-backs in last week’s post, it is now time to look at the top centre-backs of the Premier League era.
Some of the selections were easier than others, and there are some standout names that have been omitted from this list.
However, it is important to point out that while there have been some very good centre-backs over the past few decades, the truly great ones who stand the test of time are those who have brought success and trophies to their clubs.
Press the next page as we go through our five best centre-halves of the past thirty years.