Footballers are among the highest-paid athletes on the planet. But it seems that a large salary does not always transfer into wise wardrobe contents.

This, you would think, ought to stir-up a breeding ground of stylish 20 to 30-somethings roaming the training grounds, gated communities and Michelin starred restaurants of global footballing cities. More often than not, however, it’s more a case of ‘all the gear but no idea’.

Here, in our most extensive and definitive shortlist yet, we will outline the players that buck the above trend, showcasing that their envy-inducing wage packet is put to good use; where complementary hues, designer frames and fresh footwear blend to form fashion runway-worthy looks, equally as individual as the Tommy Hilfiger, Yves Saint Laurents and the Thomas Burberrys of this world.

Featured players have been hand-picked from all four corners of the globe, including stars from clubs such as Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool to name but a few.

As style stalwarts Paul Pogba, Cristiano Ronaldo, and the evergreen Andrea Pirlo see a return to form in 2017, combining with more than a few promising debutants, we ensure that this list runs the gambit of trends and tastes to please all fashion-conscious fans.

So, without further ado, it’s time to reveal our 2017 Ballon ‘Dior’ winner!

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Mohamed Elneny and Alex Iwobi (Photo: The Sport Review)

Arsenal had Arsene Wenger at the helm for more than decades, and the Frenchman is known for having revolutionised not only the Gunners, but English football.

From that moment in 1996 when everyone connected with the sport asked the question, ‘Arsene Who?’ – Wenger set about creating teams that combine swashbuckling play and tactical nous.

It wasn’t all sunshine and trophies for the Frenchman however, and towards the end of his reign, he found himself under incredible amounts of pressure to deliver from the fans and the media alike.

The Premier League changed after Arsene took charge of Arsenal, and with Chelsea FC, Liverpool FC and Manchester City evolving into football powerhouses, it means the challenge to keep up with the pace at the sharp end of the top flight is more difficult than ever.

Arsenal have had to adapt a little, and scour the globe for the talent which every top team needs. With an extensive network of scouts, they have tapped into every viable source that they can, all the while they have kept the purse strings as tight as possible for the majority.

Arsene has a proven track record for finding amazing cut-price players and buffing these rough diamonds up to make them shine, and the Arsenal manager has regularly signed players from Africa to bolster his squad.

From worst to best, here is the definitive list of the top African players who have played for the Gunners.

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Africa as a footballing continent has grown exponentially since Roger Milla put Cameroon on the map in World Cup 1990.

Nigeria upset Argentina to win Olympic gold in 1996 and the future looked bright for Africa. There was a lull on the international front thereafter, but after Senegal made a big splash in World Cup 2002, the growth chart for African footballing nations has been on the up.

Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco and the Ivory Coast could perhaps be considered as the flag-bearers for African footballers making their presence felt the the footballing hotbed of Europe, but every country has at one time or another had a representative flying the flag for their respective homeland.

The acid test for any professional footballer though, is the Premier League. To make it in what is considered the toughest domestic competition, new signings must cope with the relentless pace, huge pressure from the very start and a fixture schedule which allows for precious little rest.

Still, the huge amounts of foreign players in contrast to homegrown talent highlights how well imports have done. Every team in the top flight has a large percentage of talent hailing from different continents, and one of the biggest clubs in the world – Manchester United – is no different.

The Red Devils have employed talent from across the globe, but here are all of the African players to have pulled on a United shirt.

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Liverpool Football Club have a history littered with success.

From their incredible teams of the ‘70’s and ‘80’s through to the Premier League era which has continued their vibrant style of football – Liverpool FC are a huge club and an honour to play for.

The Reds won the Premier League trophy in 2019-20 and they are one of the most successful teams in the Champions League.

A huge number of players have pulled on the world-famous Liverpool FC jersey and Anfield have enjoyed many different heroes in the years since the English top flight became the Premier League.

Football is truly a global sport, and every respective nation and its players will have genuine aspirations to play in the Premier League – and one of the biggest teams in the world. From China to the Americas, to play for the club in front of the Anfield fans is something to aim for.

Africa has provided these shores with some truly excellent players, and Liverpool FC has been just one club that has benefitted. From current day heroes such as Sadio Mane, through to the recent past, the Reds have employed some of the finest the continent has had to offer – and some that the fans have wished to forget.

So, here are the best African players to have ever played for Liverpool FC, from the worst all the way to the very best. Which player can say they had the biggest impact from Africa? Read on….

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Former Chelsea FC players Didier Drogba and Mohamed Salah (Photo: @didierdrogba / Instagram)

Chelsea FC have enjoyed near unparalleled success since Roman Abramovich decided to pour his roubles into the club.

They, under many different managers and using a raft of assorted players, have lifted every trophy in domestic football and the biggest prize in club football, the Champions League.

The club are now a global brand thanks to their well-stocked trophy cabinet. The Blues are proof that sound investment can build a team from the ground up, and the revolving door at Stamford Bridge has seen some incredible talent.

Some of the most renowned names in the sport have plied their trade for Chelsea FC, and the silverware that the fans have seen won is testament to the megabucks transfer policy the club employs.

The myriad of players who have plied their trade for Chelsea FC in the Premier League era have hailed from all corners of the globe, and a large portion of these heroes have been from Africa.

This continent has slowly grown into a footballing powerhouse, producing a constant string of talent from Ivory Coast, Senegal, Nigeria, Ghana and others. Chelsea FC have dipped into the huge playing resources in Africa on many occasions, but where do these players rank in terms of their contribution to the club?

Fear not, because here we take a look at some of the top African players to have worn the Chelsea FC shirt, and how much they gave to the club’s cause.

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Football is one of the most diverse sports in the world, with players from all nationalities and religions taking part.

But do you know the names of some of the top Muslim footballers in the world playing in some of the world’s leading divisions right now?

From the likes of Mohamed Elneny to Demba Ba, there are plenty of Muslim footballers currently plying their trade for European clubs.

There are a number of Muslim Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool stars playing in the Premier League, as well as players in other top European leagues.

They include the likes of Liverpool FC striker Mohamed Salah, Chelsea FC midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko and Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil.

There are also a number of other Muslim footballers playing for lesser-known teams across Europe and in other leagues around the world.

Football is a welcoming and diverse sport – and we believe that it has the potential to unite the world as we all work together to make our planet a better place for everyone.

We’ve updated this article to reflect the number of Muslim footballers currently playing in leagues across Europe.

Some of the names on this list of some of the top Muslim footballers may surprise you, and they are listed in no particular order.

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