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Osman: City were relentless in pursuit of victory

20 May 2018

Former Everton star compares 2017/18 champions with three legendary Premier League teams

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We talked to former Premier League players who faced three of the best teams of the Premier League era: Manchester United (1998/99), Arsenal (2003/04) and Chelsea (2004-06).

And we asked how those sides compared with the record-breaking 2017/18 champions Manchester City.

Leon Osman

“Man City were outstanding, they were relentless in their pursuit of winning,” says Osman.

But if he had to pick a best team of the four the former Everton midfielder would cross Manchester for his choice.

“I would go for United’s treble-winning team. To have accomplished what they did… in three different top competitions, and to come out winners in all three, is an unbelievable achievement.”

Also in this series 

Part 1: Sutton: Man City can be an unstoppable force
Part 3: Owen: City must carry on to match Invincibles
Part 4: Davies: City boast flair, style and quality

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