Top 5 underrated midfielders in the Premier League

The Premier League is home to some of the finest midfielders of this generation. Not everyone is gifted with the talent of a Hazard or Silva and certainly not everyone can be a Lampard or a Gerrard.Some of these midfielders deserve more recognition than they are getting.Here is a look at the top 5 under-rated players in the premier league.

#5 Morgan Schneiderlin, Southampton

Almost 6 feet tall and with the perfect physique, Morgan Schneiderlin has been consistently dominating the midfield area.He has missed four games in the league this season...Southampton didn't win any of them.

Here is a player who has thrived under manager Mauricio Pochettino's tactics. At just 24, he is already showing the maturity and composure of a seasoned professional.

His style of football is ideally suited for the Premier League. As a result, he has become hot property in the transfer market and is linked with a summer move to Old Trafford.

#4 Jake Livermore, Hull City

On loan from Tottenham, Jake Livermore's performances this season for Hull have been nothing short of brilliant. He is showing us that he has got all the attributes of a top quality central midfielder. With Lampard and Gerrard not getting any younger, the future looks very promising for the England international.

Any young budding central midfielders out there? Jake Livermore should be your role model.

#3 Jordan Henderson, Liverpool

Wasn't Henderson once an over rated, under performing midfielder? Those days are long gone.

He has matured under the able guidance of manager Brendan Rodgers. Despite asserting his influence in midfield and making spectacular forward runs, it is easy not to notice his efforts which are often over shadowed by the likes of Sturridge and Suarez.

However, Brendan Rodgers realizes his importance to the team and along with Steven Gerrard, Henderson has formed one of the best central midfield partnerships in the league. This kid has come of age.

#2 Tomas Rosicky, Arsenal

One of the saddest football careers would have to be that of Tomas Rosicky's. There is no doubt that he possesses the talent, technique and intelligence of a world class midfielder.Unfortunately, his career has been riddled with injuries. When he does play, he is quite the delight on the pitch.

"I believe he is an exceptional player, a natural footballer who is technically top class. He plays the style of football we champion here and shares completely our philosophy. He is always ready to work for the sake of the club, always willing to put the team first. I have huge respect for him." -Arsene Wenger.

#1 Adam Lallana, Southampton

Adam Lallana started his career as a winger, but has been even more effective this season, playing centrally as an attacking midfielder.

He has played a vital role in Southampton's success in recent years, helping them get promoted to the Premier League and ensuring that they stay up. His outstanding performances earned him an England call up last year.

A gifted player, his passion for the game has seen him excel in the Premier League and become the sensation of the South Coast. This lad is a class act.