The premier league is full of world class players, some of which, due to their talent, have become household names across the globe. Examples of these type of players are Sergio Aguero, Frank Lampard and Wayne Rooney. However, I think there are a lot of players playing in various teams who don't get the recognition they deserve. They are underrated players and here are some examples.
Ramires
Despite playing for Chelsea, a club that attracts a great deal of media attention, Ramires isn't really discussed much. In reality, his magnificent energy levels have been a massive boost to the whole Chelsea team, at points in the season, specifically late in games. Without Ramires Chelsea simply aren't as good.
Youssouf Mulumbu
Despite being a national icon in his native Congo and a hero among baggies fans, Youssouf Mulumbu is far from a recognized name and face when it comes to the average fan. However, when he's not playing west Brom really miss him. His range of passing and versatility have been pivotal for West Brom over the past few years and is the true definition of a bargain buy, having cost just £175,000 from PSG back in 2009.
Danny Graham
Bought by Swansea for just £3 million from Watford last summer, Danny Graham has had a fantastic 2011/12 campaign so far. A highly respectable 10 goals in 23 games has put the Englishman in joint seventh on the premier league's top scorers list. But despite this, there has been no talk of an England call up.
Alex Song
Much like Chelsea's Ramires, Alex song is at a club whose every move is keenly scrutinized, yet still finds himself with few headlines. However, the Cameroonian is a hugely important player for the gunners, due to his magnificent organization skills as he provides a massive help to Arsenal's back four from his position in defensive midfield. Plus, Song chips in with the odd goal every now and again.
Steven Fletcher
The wolves striker is the epitome of an underrated player in my opinion. Last season, the scottish striker had the 3rd highest shots to goals ratio in Europe, surpassing the likes of Messi, Rooney, Ibrahimovic to name just a few. He's currently the premier league's seventh highest scorer so far this season with 10 goals so far. A pretty impressive acumen don't you think? Yet, Fletcher still doesn't start for wolves each week. What more must he do?
Are there any other premier league players out there who you think are underrated? Thanks for reading
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