[FULL LIST] From Bale to Bellingham: Best British football exports since 2000

Since the turn of the century, British footballers have found numerous opportunities abroad. Here are the top ten standout British exports according to BBC Sport:

10. Kieran Trippier – Atletico Madrid: Trippier revitalized his career in Spain, helping Atletico Madrid win the La Liga title in the 2020-21 season. He joined Newcastle United after two-and-a-half years in Madrid.

9. Fikayo Tomori – AC Milan: Tomori established himself as a key player in Italy, helping AC Milan win the Scudetto and being named in the Serie A team of the season.

8. Jadon Sancho – Borussia Dortmund: Sancho's move to Dortmund as a 17-year-old paid off as he became one of Europe's most exciting young attackers, winning the German Cup and finishing among top contenders for Golden Boy and Kopa Trophy awards.

7. David Beckham – Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan, PSG: Beckham's career spanned Spain, the United States, Italy, and France, making him one of the biggest stars in Major League Soccer and winning numerous titles throughout.

6. Scott McTominay – Napoli: McTominay's move transformed his standing in Italian football, where he helped Napoli win the Serie A title and was named Serie A's MVP.

5. Owen Hargreaves – Bayern Munich: Hargreaves won four Bundesliga titles and several German Cups while playing midfield for Bayern Munich, including the 2001 Champions League final against Valencia on penalties.

4. Jude Bellingham – Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid: Bellingham moved to Dortmund as a teenager and later to Real Madrid for a record-breaking transfer fee. He made an immediate impact in Spain, scoring 23 goals in all competitions and winning the Champions League.

3. Harry Kane – Bayern Munich: Kane became one of Bayern Munich's top scorers, reaching 100 Bundesliga goals faster than any player in the competition's history. He also secured major team honors, including Bundesliga titles and the German Cup.

2. Steve McManaman – Real Madrid: McManaman's four-season stint at Real Madrid saw him score a memorable volley in the 2000 Champions League final and win two La Liga titles, cementing his status as one of the most successful English players in Spain.

1. Gareth Bale – Real Madrid and LAFC: Bale's nine-year career at Real Madrid yielded five Champions League titles and countless accolades, including being one of the most successful British players to play outside the UK.