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Séamus Coleman is back in training after a horrific injury
Séamus Coleman is back in training after a horrific injury

#3 Antonio Valencia (Manchester United)

A man of many parts, Tony V has become indispensable at Old Trafford
A man of many parts, Tony V has become indispensable at Old Trafford

Games played: 303

Goals Scored: 23

The Ecuador captain was a midfielder in the early stages of his career. After he moved to Manchester United, he started playing in both midfield and defence, given the situation of the team. He excelled in the defensive aspect and is now considered as one of the best fullbacks in the league.

He began his career with El Nacional in Brazil and then moved to Spanish club Villarreal. He was loaned to Recreativo to after failing to break into the first-team.

Valencia helped Recreativo gain promotion to La Liga and was again loaned to Wigan Athletic in England. After spending a season, he made a permanent to the club for £5m.

After spending a couple of seasons with Wigan Athletic, Manchester United signed him on a four-year contract in 2009. He has become a very important member of the team.

He has won 3 Premier League titles with Manchester United and is now captain of the team.

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