Ben Davies

Key strength: Aerial dominance

Defensive anchor

At 32, Ben Davies finds himself in an unfamiliar position at Tottenham Hotspur. With the club languishing in 16th place—an unthinkable scenario for a club of their stature—the Welsh veteran has been restricted to just 5 appearances this season, managing 250 minutes and a solitary goal. Once a mainstay at left-back since his 2014 arrival from Swansea, Davies has reinvented himself as a left-footed centre-back, but faces stiff competition from high-rated teammates Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, both rated 78 compared to Davies' 56. Despite his reduced role, the £5 million-valued defender remains an asset. His 80 defending and 75 passing stats highlight his ball-playing capabilities and defensive positioning—attributes that make him valuable squad depth during a grueling campaign. Under contract until June 2026, Davies embodies the experienced professional: tactically intelligent, versatile enough to cover multiple positions, and a calming presence in a dressing room that desperately needs stability. As Spurs navigate their worst start in years, having a battle-tested veteran like Davies ready could prove vital when injuries inevitably strike.