Liverpool, Manchester City, and Arsenal are vying for the top spot in the English premier league after 26 games played, making this one of the most competitive seasons in history for the league.
Every week, supporters of the Premier League witness the finest football players in the world display their skills. Even if Saudi Arabian teams keep throwing money at elderly players, the Premier League remains the hot spot.
The English Premier League is perhaps more competitive than it has ever been, with freshly promoted teams fighting harder to remain up and new teams sneaking into the top four to secure Champions League status.
With so much talent on display, it’s difficult to narrow down the Premier League’s top players, but we’ll try our best.
We’ve considered every position and selected our choices based on a number of criteria, such as awards, past results, and current exhibitions. We have also made an effort not to be influenced by fleeting slumps and runs of success.
Even though some of the players on this list didn’t perform to their typical level this term, it shouldn’t diminish their standing among the greatest because they have a good chance of returning to form shortly.
10. Virgil van Dijk
Although having a centre defender-on the list isn’t particularly sexy, Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool must be included.
After recovering from a major knee injury, the Dutch defender’s standards may have somewhat declined, but he will always be remembered as one of the greatest centre-halves in Premier League history.
During his tenure at Anfield, the 32-year-old—who was crowned the PFA Players’ Player of the Year in 2019—has won the Premier League, FA Cup, EFL Cup, and Champions League.
9. Son Heung-min
Ever since he joined Tottenham in 2015, Mr. Nice Guy Son Heung-min has been terrific. In 288 Premier League games for Spurs, he has scored 115 goals. In 2022, he was awarded the Golden Boot.
Son is one of England’s most technically skilled players because he can finish with either foot and go either way.
He became Spurs’ captain after Harry Kane left the team, and the South Korean international is the one to turn to when the team needs a goal or someone to set up a teammate.
8. William Saliba
Two central defenders on the roster? William Saliba is the defence that the Premier League will see for years to come—we know, it’s a bit much. It was no accident that Saliba’s long-term injury last season caused Arsenal’s hopes of winning the Premier League to evaporate.
The 22-year-old defender is quick enough to handle threats that come from behind the back four, but he also possesses the muscle to take on any striker. He’s got everything, and every season if he stays in England, he’ll be named to the PFA Team of the Year.
7. Phil Foden
Although Phil Foden is only 23 years old, Manchester City has already awarded him every major prize, including an unforgettable treble the previous season.
The deft left-hander, who has already won five Premier League titles, can play in the middle of the pitch or on either wing and wreak havoc for the opposition.
Any defender in the world would crumble at the first sign of Foden obtaining the ball on the half-turn. He should be on the list, and the fact that he is far from reaching the pinnacle of his abilities is terrifying.
6. Declan Rice
Declan Rice, 25, appears to have elevated his play since joining Arsenal and has the potential to lead England in the future.
Before moving to north London, the midfielder helped West Ham win the UEFA Europa Conference League. He can play as a holding midfielder or as a box-to-box No. 8.
Rice has to be considered among the top midfielders in the Premier League since he is starting to provide assists and goals to his game.
5. Bukayo Saka
Moving on from one Arsenal player to the next, we’re concentrating on Gunners sensation Bukayo Saka.
The 22-year-old has already played in more than 150 league games for the Gunners, and during the past two years, he has contributed to their transformation into true title challengers.
Saka routinely racks up goals and assists, making him one of the top wide players and attackers in England. Regarding being Mr. Nice Guy, he also rivals Son in this regard.
4. Rodri
At last, Rodri is receiving the recognition he so richly deserves for keeping Manchester City’s treble-winning team competitive.
The Spaniard scored the game-winning goal in the Champions League final and will go down as a key figure in the club’s history forever. He is a Rolls-Royce in the middle of the park in addition to carrying out City’s dirty work and providing crucial goals.
3. Mohamed Salah
Let’s take a brief break from City’s players to talk about Mohamed Salah, the outstanding player for Liverpool. Since joining the Reds in 2013, the Egyptian has been nothing short of amazing, setting a new Premier League record most goals scored by a player.
The Reds’ lone Premier League championship came in 2020 thanks to the leadership of Salah, who has won three Golden Boots and scored an incredible 32 goals in 36 games during the 2017–18 campaign. He also consistently performs well under pressure.
2. Kevin De Bruyne
Now that we’re back in City, it’s appropriate to discuss Kevin De Bruyne. Despite being out of action for several months due to an injury, the Belgian playmaker is still regarded as the best midfield player in the world.
In his 243 league games, De Bruyne has accumulated 166 goals and assists (64 goals and 102 assists). He’s been a major contributor to City’s recent victories, and at least once throughout a game, he’ll astound you.
1. Erling Haaland
Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne are closely related; the Belgian international frequently sets up the Norwegian. One might make arguments for either of them being the Premier League’s finest player.
Since moving to England, Haaland has completely destroyed Premier League goalscoring records. In just his first 50 games, the 23-year-old has scored 50 goals and provided 12 assists.
Haaland does not need to be a part of City’s build-up, having won the Golden Boot with 52 goals in all competitions the previous season. He moves in an almost robotic manner and is always aware of where he needs to be. He’s just too strong to stop.
