Club: Arsenal After an unconvincing start to his Arsenal career, German international Mertesacker has established himself as a reliable, solid centre-back for the Gunners. Labelled 'too slow' and 'clumsy' by some upon his arrival to the English game, Mertesacker has had to do a lot to prove his doubters wrong, and he's doing so with a series of displays that offer a strong foundation for Arsenal's formerly unexpected title tilt. This season he has proved doubters wrong, excelling at the back for Arsenal and contributing to 10 clean sheets the highest in the Premier League. With the Gunners currently sitting top of the table, the pressure is on Mertesacker to maintain his impressive form for the rest of the season, and if he does, he can expect to appear in the final 'Team Of The Season' in May, and perhaps also to lift the Premier League trophy.
