20 Most Important Players In The Premier League 2014/15

16. Mile Jedinak

As Tony Pulis turned Crystal Palace around from November of last season, his captain was the key part in a hard-working midfield. The Australian's physical presence, ability to read the game to make key interceptions and aerial ability in both areas provided the Eagles with a man to depend on. In the World Cup, too, though among teammates of lower quality, Jedinak showed his battling qualities. Following the decision of the club and Pulis to recently part company, plenty of pessimism is surrounding Selhurst Park, with the midfield general the figure to draw collective strength from. He may be no stranger to a yellow card, but with Palace suddenly appearing to be fighting against the odds if they are to stay up, a bit of grit will be required. Only a few years will be left in his tank at 30-years-old, but the experience, organisation and leadership from their skipper will be perhaps the most vital piece of the Eagles' survival battle.