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3) James Tarkowski (Burnley, 5.0m)

Burnley FC v Manchester City - Premier League
Burnley FC v Manchester City - Premier League

Burnley had a bit of a mixed 2018/19 campaign as their involvement in the Europa League early doors derailed their Premier League efforts.

They conceded 41 goals in the first half of the season, just two less than relegated Fulham and kept only four clean sheets. In the second half, they kept the same number of clean sheets but conceded only 27 goals, which is more like a Sean Dyche team.

The Clarets kept a combined 22 clean sheets in the two seasons prior to 2018/19 and defence has always been a priority for the Lancashire side. Set pieces have also been a crucial part of their style, and none of their defenders took more shots in the opposition’s penalty area than Tarkowski’s 22.

The Englishman registered three goals from nine shots on target and was afforded five ‘big chances’. He also scored more bonus points (seven) than any other Burnley defender.

Given Burnley’s poor away form, he is best used in a rotation primarily for the home matches but his goal threat means that he is capable of a huge point haul on his day.

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