Arsenal power rankings: The 10 greatest players under Arsene Wenger

4. Dennis Bergkamp (1995-2006)

Dennis Bergkamp was the most graceful, intelligent and talented striker of his time. To this day, it’s hard to think of a striker that can control a ball the way he did. His touch was his trademark and it served both Arsene Wenger and the players around him well.

Watching him play, he would make Arsenal flow from an attacking standpoint. Having the ball played to him made things happen. He would either control the ball for himself or play a fancy flick through to the runs of Thierry Henry and Robert Pires.

Bergkamp remained with the Gunners for over a decade. Not many players can say that. However, there was a good reason for his long tenure. He played alongside Thierry Henry as a second striker, with many coaches and tacticians still using him as an example today. He was happy to not receive all the glory and instead he continued doing what he does best. There’s a reason why Henry has spoken so highly of his former teammate, calling a ‘dream‘ to play with.

The Dutch international wasn’t signed by Arsene Wenger, instead, he was signed by Bruce Rioch. I think even Bergkamp would agree though, it’s Wenger who made him the player he was and is still recognised as being today.

Fittingly, he retired at Arsenal in 2006. This only strengthened his place in the hearts of Arsenal fans, and for it, he earned himself a testimonial. He finished his Arsenal career with three Premier League titles and four FA Cups. Not bad, Dennis, not bad at all!