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Even though Torres has had a questionable run at the Bridge, he possesses all the attributes needed to be a world-class striker. He is quick, strong, impressive in the air, blessed with expert technique and is usually cool and collected in front of goal as well as having an eye for the spectacular. Torres is a born scorer and has regained some of his previously seen form.

Thomas Muller has astonishing technique, composure and vision. He is a model professional along with being swift as well as a fine passer. Muller took home the Golden Boot at the 2010 World Cup at the age of 20.

Falcao can use both feet and is imperious in the air. The Colombian also boasts pace, technique and an unerring coolness in front of goal that has seen comparisons drawn with the Brazilian Ronaldo. He is powerful, yet agile, a natural finisher and a match winner as seen in the last two Europa League finals.

  Van Persie is a technically gifted player with the vision to unlock any defence. The Dutch striker is the Premier League’s golden boot winner, netting 30 goals this season. He is composed and clinical finisher, with a delicate touch and great passing accuracy. The highly skilled forward can change a game on its head with his ability to achieve what seems improbable.

Aguero’s pace, power and finishing ability makes him a real handful for any defender. He is a fine finisher when presented with a chance, he has a capacity to create in the most difficult circumstances. The Argentine’s ball control, determination and powerful bursts make him almost unstoppable in the box. Aguero scored the dramatic winner in added time that won Manchester City their first League title in 44 years on the final day of the season.

Powerful and strong on the ball, Rooney's ability to pick a pass, shoot from distance, poach and unselfishly work for the team is unparalleled in world football. His passion can never been called into question. He has a tremendous footballing brain and can adapt to any position for his team, not putting a foot out of place when asked to play as a central midfielder earlier this season. Wayne Rooney’s bicycle-kick over Manchester City in the 2010-11 season has been voted as the best goal in Premier League history.

The title of the 'Most Valuable Striker' goes to Lionel Messi. The Argentine’s scorching runs are second to none, leaving his opponents with insomnia. Messi’s enchanting runs from midfield are lethal as he is impossible to tackle when he gets his head down and uses his agile feet to change directions in a flash. His balance when breezing past defenders is implausible. Add to that the three-time Ballon d’Or winner’s exemplary vision to create goals and net an unheard of 72 goals this season and there is no doubt why Leo Messi is at the top of the list.