As we approach the final couple of months of the 2021/22 Premier League campaign, we can certainly admit that it has been a brilliant year for Liverpool and Man City as they continue to chase the title.
However, it has also been a season for many teams out of the Big Six to shine for themselves, while a large number of individuals have outshone the big names.
We have decided to look at this season’s highest rated starting XI outside of the ‘Big Six’ clubs and it certainly is a very talented team.
The ratings come from WhoScored.com, which are calculated using over 200 raw statistics.
Here is the team...
1. Jose Sa - 6.92
Jose Sa is the highest rated goalkeeper in the whole league after a stellar debut season for Wolves, claiming 11 clean sheets. | Getty Images
2. Matty Cash - 6.98
Matty Cash has been one of Aston Villa’s better players since Steven Gerrard’s arrival, scoring twice in their last four matches. | Getty Images
3. James Tarkowski - 7.01
Despite battling relegation this season, James Tarkowski has impressed once again for Burnley. The Clarets have conceded less goals than the likes of Man United, Aston Villa and West Ham. | Getty Images
4. Ethan Pinnock - 6.99
Ethan Pinnock has been a regular in Brentford’s side following their promotion to the Premier League. | Getty Images