Paul Merson Names Newcastle Duo In Premier League Team Of The Season
Paul Merson has been picking his Premier League team of the season.
The eleven players, in their respective positions, who have impressed him the most.
Paul Merson including two Newcastle United players and explaining (see below) why he selected them.
Paul Merson selecting his Premier League team of the season for givemesport:
Kieran Trippier
Luke Shaw
William Saliba
Sven Botman
Kevin De Bruyne
Martin Odegaard
Marcus Rashford
Bukayo Saka
Erling Haaland
Paul Merson explaining his reasoning for choosing the Newcastle United duo:
Paul Merson on Kieran Trippier
“He has taken it to another level this season.
“He’s always had a great right foot but the time he spent at Atletico Madrid made him an even better defender.
“And his leadership qualities on and off the pitch have been so important for Newcastle.
“He’s an unbelievable professional.”
Paul Merson on Sven Botman:
“He’s been absolutely outstanding.
“For him to come in to a new country and a new league and do what he’s done, has been brilliant.
“He has made the players around him better.
