The statistically best defenders in the 2013/14 Premier League with Chelsea and Liverpool featuring

2=. Dejan Lovren, Southampton – 7.41

We spoke earlier of Pochettino’s side and their improved defensive capabilities and that is largely thanks to the signing of this Croatian.

Whilst Nathaniel Clyne, Calum Chambers and Luke Shaw have improved as full-backs, it’s the presence of Lovren who really takes the team to the next level.