6) Albert Riera
For us, terrifically underrated – by neutrals and Liverpool fans alike. Riera was part of the Liverpool starting XI which so nearly won the title in 2008/09, playing on the left, with Dirk Kuyt on the right, and Steven Gerrard behind Fernando Torres, who appears slightly further up this list…
5) Alvaro Arbeloa
If you move from Liverpool to Real Madrid, you’re a mighty fine player. Arbeloa made a memorable debut at home against Barcelona, and he completely nullified the threat of Lionel Messi. Making 98 appearances in total, our main regret will always be the nominal fee we received in 2009.
