Who is the greatest Arsenal FC player of all time?

From dominant defenders of the 1990s title winners to the flair of the Invincibles and the current generation lighting up the Emirates — decades of world-class talent have worn the Gunners badge. Who is the greatest of them all?

1

Thierry Henry

Arsenal's all-time leading scorer with 228 goals and widely regarded as the greatest player in the club's history.

2

Dennis Bergkamp

The Dutch maestro renowned for moments of breathtaking artistry who transformed Arsenal's style of play and imagination.

3

Patrick Vieira

A commanding midfielder who captained the unbeaten Invincibles squad and embodied physicality and leadership across three Premier League titles.

4

Tony Adams

A one-club legend who wore the captain's armband for 14 years and led Arsenal to four league titles across two eras.

5

David Seaman

Arsenal's legendary goalkeeper for 13 seasons, making iconic saves in multiple FA Cup and Premier League-winning campaigns.

6

Ian Wright

The club's record scorer before Thierry Henry arrived, a ferocious and beloved striker who fired Arsenal to two title-winning seasons.

7

Robert Pires

A graceful French winger who won back-to-back FA Cups and was a key creative force in the historic Invincibles squad.

8

Ashley Cole

Widely regarded as the Premier League's greatest-ever left back, a defensive stalwart in Arsenal's dominant early 2000s side.

9

Cesc Fàbregas

A technically brilliant Spanish midfielder who became Arsenal's captain as a teenager and dazzled fans with his vision and creativity.

10

Liam Brady

A gifted Irish playmaker from the late 1970s considered the finest natural talent seen at Highbury during his era.

11

Cliff Bastin

A prolific forward from Arsenal's 1930s golden age who won five league titles and two FA Cups under Herbert Chapman.

12

Marc Overmars

A blistering Dutch winger whose explosive pace terrorized defenders and starred in Arsenal's 1997–98 Double-winning campaign.

13

Sol Campbell

A dominant centre-back who made the controversial move from Tottenham to Arsenal and became a cornerstone of the Invincibles defense.

14

Bukayo Saka

Arsenal's modern talisman — a versatile winger known for relentless work rate, creativity, and decisive goals in the club's post-Wenger resurgence.

15

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

An electric Gabonese striker who became Arsenal captain and top scorer with 68 Premier League goals, winning an FA Cup in 2020.

16

Jack Wilshere

A technically gifted homegrown midfielder beloved for his mastery of tight spaces and passionate commitment to the Arsenal cause.

17

David O'Leary

Arsenal's all-time appearance record holder with 722 games, a composed and commanding defender across two decades at Highbury.