Silva + van Persie Bookmakers’ Favourites for PFA Player of the Year

Manchester City’s David Silva and Arsenal’s Robin van Persie are the bookmakers’ joint-favourites to win the 2012 PFA Player of the Year award.

David Silva is a key player in the Manchester City side that currently top the Premier League table. The Spaniard’s dozen assists are more than any other player in the league through 25 games. His quick feet and fantastic technique are a part of what has made him one of the most creative players in the Premier League this season.

Robin van Persie leads the Premier League with 22 goals; 5 more than Wayne Rooney who is in second place to date. Arsenal have been dubbed a “one man team” by many fans this season with the Dutchman being a vital part of the team; contributing 46% of his side’s goals.

Both players have been made 7/4 to win the award. Which, provided there are no other competitors for the award allows you to arb on this betting category.

Gareth Bale was last season’s controversial winner. The Tottenham winger has already improved his performances in a number of categories this season than in the 2010/11 season when he won the award. He is 7/1 third favourite to defend his crown.