8) Mikel Arteta – Arsenal – 3.4 tackles per match
Arteta is more renowned for his passing than his tackles, but his place on this list shows he’s capable of contributing defensively as well as ticking over play in the centre.
7) Cesar Azpilicueta – Chelsea – 3.4 tackles per match
The Spaniard has nailed down a spot on the left of the Chelsea back four, and has played a crucial part of the best defence in the country.
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