Which foreign player in terms of impact, where he be a pioneer or a lasting talent, has made the greatest contribution to the premier league?
Obvious candidates would be:
Cantona
Henry
Bergkamp
Vieira
Schmeichel
etc
2006-12-15 07:39:42 · 13 answers · asked by simonhla 2 in Sports ➔ Football ➔ English Football
Thierry Henry
2006-12-15 10:38:38 · answer #1 · answered by foongwk140804 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, But Barcelona were exceptional not because of Forreign signings that were attracted by a great league , but for fielding so many of their own home grown talent, which they should be salluted for, Also I don't think any 1 league will dominate the other, Spain will have great teams, Real and Barca but England will have their best players spread around their league and make it more competitive. So good for Spain to reignite their league, and have 2 teams back on top of world football rather than 1, And good for England To even out their league some what, and also still be up there with the best EVERYONES A WINNER!!! True the 2 below are very senisble comments, and if i was level 2 i'd give u a thumbs up!!
2016-03-29 08:31:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone forgets Gullit. It was his move to Chelsea that sparked the influx of foreign stars to the Prem.
But Gullit was on the wane when he came, Denis Bergkamp was truly world-class for many a year and it's between him and the great Schmeichel for me.
If push came to shove, I would choose Denis. Cantona was outstanding, but his contribution was limited only to the prem, because of his self imposed international exile.
It will be hard to get a fair answer here, as almost everyone would stick by club loyalties, in choosing their 'best player'.
2006-12-15 23:01:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
King Cantona. Such a character, he was just amazing. He made a huge impact in the league and his antics even though hated by everyone besides man utd supporters have given him a place in leagues history.
2006-12-15 07:52:22 · answer #4 · answered by josy0710 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Henry
2006-12-15 19:37:36 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has to be Cantona. He was an influential figure, and he was so controversial it made everyone take notice.
One of the best players ever to grace the Premiership.
2006-12-15 07:47:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Zola for Chelsea wasn't half bad and Van Nistleroy (sorry Spelling)
goal scoring record was second to none especially in Europe.
2006-12-15 11:05:56 · answer #7 · answered by Ihtsb 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
King Eric and the great dane. Cant choose between so have an award for players and goalkeepers
2006-12-17 23:22:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cantona, even if only for his outstanding drop-kick into the stands!
2006-12-15 07:59:40 · answer #9 · answered by Craig J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cantona.
Schmeichel deserves a mention though, you just have to look at the difficulty we had in replacing him.
2006-12-15 10:58:17 · answer #10 · answered by fubar18ad 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋