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Arsenal have had a storied past, with many of the greatest players in Premier League history having played for the club. From the likes of Tony Adams to Thierry Henry, many of the game's greats have donned Arsenal's famous red and white shirt. They have left their mark not only on the club, but on the Premier League as well.
However, since their last league triumph in the early 2000s, Arsenal haven't won the Premier League in almost two decades. They have won the FA Cup five times during this period, but league success has proved elusive.
Nevertheless, some of the world's best players have played for Arsenal over the years. Some of them, though, could not lift the coveted Premier League trophy during their stints at the club. On that note, here's a look at the five best Arsenal players who didn't win the Premier League:
#5 Aaron Ramsey
Despite a slow start to his Arsenal career, Aaron Ramsey deserved to win the Premier League title with the club during his stint at the Emirates. The Welshman went on to establish himself as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League during his time with the club. However, he only had three FA Cups to show for his efforts.
Ramsey was a revelation during the 2013-14 season, bagging ten goals and nine assists in 23 league appearances for the club. The midfielder also scored two FA Cup final winners during his stint with the Gunners.
However, the one thing that held the Welshman back during his time at Arsenal was his injury record.
The midfielder has struggled with injuries throughout his career, struggling to stay healthy throughout a season. Now at Juventus, Ramsey is still struggling with injuries, and is rumoured to be one of the players to depart the club in January.
#4 Alexis Sanchez
Alexis Sanchez was arguably the best player in the Premier League during his time at Arsenal. The Chilean was simply unstoppable while at the club, and the lack of silverware was a huge reason why he departed for Manchester United in 2018.
Sanchez bagged 60 goals and 27 assists in 122 appearances for Arsenal. That includes 24 goals and 11 assists in the 2016-17 season. The forward won two FA Cups during his time with the club, but left the Gunners in January 2018 in search of more silverware.
However, since leaving Arsenal, Sanchez's career has not gone according to plan. After a forgettable stint at Manchester United, the Chilean is now barely getting a look in at Inter Milan, despite winning the Scudetto with them last season.
#3 Mesut Ozil
Arsenal's highest profile signing of the Emirates era, Mesut Ozil, came to the Premier League amidst much fanfare. The German playmaker was regarded as one of the best midfielders in the world during his time at Real Madrid, and was a statement signing by the Gunners in 2013.
Ozil had a few stellar seasons at Arsenal, and his signing coincided with the club ending their decade-long wait for a trophy with their 2013-14 FA Cup triumph. But Ozil failed to win the Premier League with the Gunners.
He bagged 33 goals and 58 assists in 184 Premier League appearances for Arsenal, and was a part of four FA Cup-winning teams. The German was forced out of the club earlier this year, and has since joined Turkish giants Fenerbahce.
#2 Robin van Persie
Robin van Persie had established himself as one of the best strikers in the world while at Arsenal. The Dutchman joined the Gunners in 2004, and went on to become the club captain in 2011.
Van Persie was ruthless in front of goal, picking up the 2011-12 Premier League Golden Boot (30 goals in 38 games) while at the club. The Dutchman also won the FWA Footballer of the year award that season, and led Arsenal to a top-four finish despite playing for a massively weakened team.
However, the Dutchman forced a transfer to Manchester United in 2012, due to a lack of silverware at Arsenal. The move was immensely beneficial for the striker, as he won the Premier League title that season.
#1 Cesc Fabregas
Cesc Fabregas was adored by Arsenal fans during his stint at the club. The Spaniard came in as a youngster from Barcelona, and went on to establish himself as one of the best Arsenal players of all time.
The midfielder was the heartbeat of Arsene Wenger's side, and was handed the captain's armband in 2008. Cesc Fabregas ran the show at Arsenal, and was widely considered one of the best midfielders in the world during his time at the club.
The Spaniard was technically a part of the Arsenal squad that won the 2003-04 Premier League title. But Fabregas was not awarded a winners' medal, as he did not feature in a single Premier League game that season.
Cesc Fabregas left Arsenal to join his boyhood club Barcelona in 2011 in what was a devastating blow for the Gunners. The Spaniard not winning the Premier League title while at Arsenal can be seen as one of the biggest disappointments during Arsene Wenger's reign at the club.
