Premier League centre-backs are the list of gods! Who is the strongest in the seven major defense lines in 2025?

The Premier League has always gathered the world's top defenders, and the overall level in 2025 has reached a record high. From the central defender who leads the defense to the fast-moving full-back, these players not only shape the team's style, but also have stamped their marks in English football. The following are the rankings of the seven top defenders in the Premier League this season.

7. Ruben Dias (Manchester City/Portugal)

Since joining Manchester City in 2019, Dias has always been the rock on the defensive line. He is known for his stability and leadership temperament. He is not only the core contributor to the 2022/23 triumphal title, but also helps Blue Moon achieve four consecutive Premier League championships. Even though there are many powerful players under his command, Guardiola still regards him as one of the top defenders in football.

6. Cucurella (Chelsea/Spain)

Curcurella's Blues career is ups and downs. After transferring from Brighton to Stamford Bridge, he fell into a downturn for a while, but after Spain won the 2024 European Cup, he has regained confidence and is now an indispensable left-wing vanguard for Chelsea and the national team. His Nirvana rebirth put him among the top left-backs in the league.

5. Connate (Liverpool/France)

Although it is often concealed by Van Deck's light, the 26-year-old Connate has quietly become Liverpool's key combat force. If the contract is renewed successfully, he is expected to become the pillar of the Red Army's long-term defense line. Although injuries and ups and downs are occasionally troubled, Connat at his peak can be regarded as one of the strongest defenders in the Premier League physical confrontation.

4. Guvadior (Manchester City/Croatia)

Guvadior is Manchester City's masterpiece. After experiencing the shining years of Leipzig and his stunning performance in the 2022 World Cup, he integrated into Manchester City's star-studded defense. After the adaptation period at the beginning of the season, he completely exploded and even contributed goals in the sprint stage. At the age of 23, he is destined to be the pillar of the Blue Moon's future defense line.

3. Gabriel (Arsenal/Brazil)

The stability of this Brazilian central defender is amazing. He not only significantly improved his defensive maturity and cleverly controlled his defensive aggression, but also became a threat point in set piece offense. Stable private life off-court and continuous improvement in English skills have helped him grow into one of the most reliable central defenders in the Premier League.

2. Saliba (Arsenal/France)

After years of experience in loan training, Saliba finally secured the position of Arsenal's main central defender in the 2022/23 season, and has made rapid progress since then. He is known for his speed, strength and defensive ability to crush the striker. Even a top shooter like Haaland returns in front of him. If the Gunners want to reach the Premier League throne, Saliba will be the key barrier to protecting hopes for the championship.

1. Van Dijk (Liverpool/Netherlands)

Even at the age of 34, Van Dijk is still one of the most deterrent defenders in world football. Since joining Liverpool, he has completely reshaped the Reds' defense line and even approached the Golden Globes for a time. Despite suffering serious injuries in October 2020, Van Dijk returned strongly shortly afterwards, helping Liverpool return to the peak in the 2023/24 season, and even scored the winning goal in the League Cup final to defeat Chelsea. He was the core contributor to Liverpool's Premier League championship last season. Under Slott, he continued to lead the Red Army to attack the 21st top league championship in the history of the team as Dinghai Shenzhen.