Problem with some other posts on this thread – post # 10, 22, 27, 28, 33 – apparently some people didn’t read the introduction of the article. Either that, or don’t realize that the “big four” are Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United (in no certain order, I only put Liverpool first in respect to the author).

Cahill is a strange one. Being a fellow Liverpool fan I understand the lack of fondness for him- he is probably the Everton player who most encapsulates the Everton mentality if you like (i.e. passionately against Liverpool), but I am a fair guy and credit where credit is due.

But footballing wise I think he is hard to suss out. Where does he play? I don’t think he can play CM in an orthodox 4-4-2, yet I wouldn’t list him as a regular centre forward either. He really has redefined his own position, performing admirably with Everton’s striker shortage.

Goalscoring wise he is phenomenal, in the air and on the ground he can finish clinically and he times his runs really well. But looking beyond that I have issues with what else he does. For example if he does go through a goal drought, what does he bring to the side? His passing isn’t marvellous by any means, he can tackle but he can also be rash and a bit reckless. His work rate is good but I wouldn’t call him a creative player or a disciplined defensive player. I suppose his aggression endears him to fans and managers, and taking it away would diminsh his overall contribution.

Good player though, has had another solid season and scored plenty of important goals for Everton as usual. I would select Ireland over him though- I feel Ireland has had a better season all round (not too far off goals-wise, with more assists), and has done well to become one of City’s key men in a side with a blank chequebook

i was wondering what you thought of tim cahill? understandably as you said only 11 players can be selected, was surprised at his exclusion. whilst being a liverpool fan im not the fondest of cahill in his everton guise, there’s no doubting he’s been fantastic. your thoughts?

Danny Murphy too. when Bullard left Fulham, i thought thats it Fulham is going down. but no, they are still safe and it is not just of their defence but they still create chances and score them. it is definately down to Murphy.

Palacios is also another, i thought why let him leave when he is Wigan’s engine? he is indeed underrated. and Wigan let him leave at a cheap price.