Premier League’s best fringe stars, including Liverpool’s Adam Lallana and Manchester City’s Riyad Mahrez

Premier League’s best fringe stars, including Liverpool’s Adam Lallana and Manchester City’s Riyad Mahrez
Adam Lallana has revealed he wants to stay at Liverpool next season as they aim for another Premier League title tilt.The 31-year-old started just five Premier League games in another injury-ravaged season.Getty13

Adam Lallana has no interest in leaving Liverpool

Despite finding himself behind Fabinho, Jordan Henderson, Naby Keita, Georginio Wijnaldum and James Milner in the midfield pecking order, Lallana is determined to fight for a starting place next term.He said: “I’ve got a year left on my contract. I’ll be back, I’ll be training through the summer.Liverpool launch their brand new away kit for the 19-20 season “I am as eager as ever to get fit because I know when I’m fit I’ve got a lot to give and I can get in this team.”When asked if he wanted to stay at Anfield, Lallana, who has been linked with a return to Southampton, added: Yeah, absolutely no question about it. I couldnt be happier here, winning Champions Leagues.Following Lallanas desire to remain on Merseyside, talkSPORT look at fringe players who make up a Premier League best XI.

Goalkeeper

Joe Hart (Burnley)

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Joe Hart watched the second half of last season from the bench

Hart started the 2018/19 season ahead of Burnley captain Tom Heaton as the clubs first-choice goalkeeper.But after a run of 19 Premier League games, the last of which saw him concede five goals at home to Everton, the former England stopper was replaced by Heaton, while Nick Pope has just signed a new deal too following his return to fitness.Hart has one year left on his Burnley deal, but reports have claimed the Clarets are prepared to let him leave for free.

Right-back

Danilo (Manchester City)

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Danilo failed to make Manchester City’s matchday squad at times last season

Danilo made just 11 Premier League appearances in Manchester Citys historic treble-winning season.City chiefs reportedly turned down Inter Milans 13.25million offer for the right-back, who is believed to be keen on a switch to the San Siro.The Brazilian joined City in a 26million deal from Real Madrid in 2017, but has played second fiddle to England star Kyle Walker.

Centre-back

Eric Bailly (Manchester United)

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Eric Bailly’s season ended prematurely due to a knee injury

Bailly fell out of favour with former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and has not fared better under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.He was hooked off after 36 minutes in Uniteds 3-1 Champions League last-16 second leg win over Paris Saint-Germain before a knee injury ended his season in April.With Solskjaer believed to be on the hunt for a commanding central defender, Baillys playing time does not look set to improve.

Centre-back

Andreas Christensen (Chelsea)

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Andreas Christensen helped Chelsea win the Europa League

Christensen featured prominently in Chelsea‘s run to winning the Europa League, but found his playing time limited in the Premier League.Antonio Rudiger and David Luiz were Maurizio Sarris first-choice pairing throughout his debut managerial season in England.Despite initially complaining about his lack of first-team action, Christensen wants to stay at Stamford Bridge.He said: Im only 23, so its probably very wise to stay. Its nice that there is peace and quiet and I can concentrate on playing football.

Left-back

Leighton Baines (Everton)

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Leighton Baines is no longer a guaranteed starter at Everton

Baines started only five Premier League games last season due to the excellent form of Lucas Digne. The former Barcelona ace made the left-back position his own, ending a debut campaign in England with four goals and assists each.Baines, who is out of contract this summer, is reportedly close to signing a one-year extension with the club.And if he does stay, the veteran defender will likely be watching Digne from the bench once again.

Right winger

Riyad Mahrez (Manchester City)

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Riyad Mahrez will be hoping for more first-team minutes next season

Mahrez, as expected, had to bide his time for opportunities during his first season at Manchester City.The tricky winger was restricted to domestic cup games, while Raheem Sterling and Bernardo Silva took the plaudits in the Premier League and Champions League.With Pep Guardiolas depth of talent to choose from, it was always going to be hard for Mahrez to nail down a regular starting spot.

Central midfield

Adam Lallana (Liverpool)

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Adam Lallana’s Liverpool career has been plagued by injuries

Lallana was a firm favourite of Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp during the Germans first few years at the club, but injuries have affected his playing time and form.The Reds have been linked with long-term target Nabil Fekir again and if he does make the switch from Lyon to Anfield then it will only further limit Lallanas first-team chances.

Central midfield

Jonjo Shelvey (Newcastle)

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Jonjo Shelvey scored in Newcastle’s final game of the Premier League season against Fulham

Shelvey was being tipped to make Englands World Cup squad last summer after helping Newcastle to a top-ten finish in their first season back in the Premier League.Now, he has only started two games since the turn of the year after losing his starting place in Rafa Benitezs side.Shelvey has been linked with West Ham in the past, and renewed interest could see the former Liverpool midfielder push for a move away from St James’ Park.

Left winger

Ademola Lookman (Everton)

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Ademola Lookman barely featured under Marco Silva last season

After a productive second half of the 2017/18 season on loan at RB Leipzig, Lookman would have been buoyant about his first-team chances under Marco Silva.But it hasnt worked out for the former Charlton star. He started just three Premier League games, which ultimately cost him a place in Englands Under-21 Euro 2019 squad.Lookman turns 22 in October and needs to start playing on a regular basis.

Striker

Olivier Giroud (Chelsea)

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Olivier Giroud played a crucial role in Chelsea’s Europa League success

Giroud started the season behind Alvaro Morata and ended it behind Gonzalo Higuain. However, he did star in Chelseas successful Europa League campaign, which saw him score in the final and earn a one-year contract extension.If Chelseas two-window transfer ban is lifted, signing a striker could be their priority.It means Giroud could face another season watching from the sidelines.

Striker

Gabriel Jesus (Manchester City)

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Gabriel Jesus enjoyed a prolific season for Manchester City

Sergio Agueros red-hot form severely restricted Jesus game-time. The Brazil international managed just eight Premier League starts, while getting more chances in cup games.He finished the season on an impressive 21 goals, though, which proves he is more than a squad player.buildlineup.com13

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