Out comes the chequebook, up go the expectations; then down to earth come the fans. Here are the 50 worst signings made by Premier League clubs since its inception in 1992, based on the size of transfer fee and impact made by the player. Do you agree?

Can Kaka kick Cristiano into a cocked hat? Does Ronaldinho run rings around Rooney? Gabriele Marcotti picks the best players on the planet. Do you agree?

50. Gary Neville (Manchester United) 

A right back is admittedly an unusual choice, but Neville brings a host of intangibles to the table, from leadership to experience to consistency.

These aren't the best goals ever scored. Far from it. Our list contains a good sprinkling of toe-pokes, deflections and clownish mis-kicks. One of them was scored by a third division goalkeeper.But despite their respective artistic merits, they all command a place in the annals of the game. They might have decided World Cup finals, settled championships or saved sides from relegation. Some of the goals stand out as statistical milestones.