8 Most Influential Players In The Premier League Right Now

6. Angel Di Maria - Manchester United

Manchester United's signing of Di Maria in the summer transfer window was an inspired piece of business by the club, and he has settled into life in the Premier League brilliantly. The speedy winger is one of the most talented attacking players in the world at the moment, and he has given United a dimension they were lacking prior to his arrival. The 26-year-old Argentina star is the only player in Louis van Gaal's squad who has the ability to run at players with pace, in an incredibly direct manner, and for all the talent of players like Rooney, Robin van Persie and Juan Mata, it is Di Maria who really makes them tick. There is a fearlessness about his game, and it seems to have a positive effect on those around him. He is infectious. The former Real Madrid man has three goals and six assists for United so far this season, outlining what an integral part of the side he is. Van Gaal's team are looking primed to qualify for the Champions League, having failed to last season, but a long-term injury to Di Maria could prove very damaging to their top-four ambitions.