A true measure of success in the Premier League?

The Premier League is meant to be the most competitive contest in football. Pundits and players alike insist no other country offers the same level of passion, controversy and unpredictability as our very own sporting institution.
It’s a wonderful attraction that is watched by millions across the world but given there are so many sides vying for top spot, is it fair for clubs to measure their success by whether or not they finish in the top 4?
It should be said that Premier League success isn’t the be-all and end-all when gauging a club’s progress but it does have a major say in whether a mana...