Ronaldo, Gerrard, Henry: Owen and Wright debate greatest Premier League XI

Michael Owen, alongside Ian Wright, has picked his greatest Premier League XI in its 30 year history.

The former Liverpool, Newcastle and Manchester United striker was tasked with picking the best 11 players in the league’s history and explained his selections.

Meanwhile, Wright – who admitted he decided against picking his own side – also gave his thoughts on Owen’s selection and possible changes he would make.

Interestingly, Owen picks just one current star in his XI while Wayne Rooney has to make do with a place on the bench.

So, without further ado, check out Owen’s greatest XI in Premier League history – as well as his three subs.

Owen on Schmeichel: “Peter Schmeichel for me. He backs it up with trophies. He was involved in the greatest team of that generation. He had presence, size, he was commanding. He drove that team forward. I think he’s a standout.”

Owen on Neville: “Underestimated.”

Owen on Ferdinand: “I think he was a total Rolls Royce.”

Owen on Terry: “Great leader. Longevity.”

Owen on Cole: “I don’t think there are any questions about the left back at all.”

Owen added: “One other name that I had in my mind was Virgil van Dijk. I think he’s the best defender in the world. I think he’s, possibly, as a one-year the best defender I’ve ever seen. But he’s not done it for long enough yet. He had a season out, a full season out not so long ago. He’s been at Liverpool so long, they’ve only won one Premier League while he’s been there. I feel those two players have done more in the Premier League than Van Dijk but I would have to give him a mention because I think he’s off the scale.”

Owen on Gerrard: “The first name that went in, Steven Gerrard. He went in straight away. He had absolutely everything. He’s too big,