5 Players Who Will Decide The Premier League Title Race

3. Vincent Kompany

Anybody who knows the slightest thing about English football knows how important Vincent Kompany is to Man City. Without him, City aren't the same team. His leadership from the back is second to none, so much so that the whole team is positively effected by his presence, and not just the defence.

It's a nervous time for City fans. Since Kompany returned from his second injury earlier this year, there have been numerous sharp intakes of breath amongst Blues fans when the Belgian commits himself into a tackle. They know full well that another injury isn't unlikely. Despite Kompany's abilities as a centre-back, it could be his sheer determination to succeed that guides City to the title. If he remains injury free, that is.