The 15 best-performing players in the Premier League in 2024
The Premier League, often regarded as the world’s best football league, has seen remarkable individual performances in 2024. Based on Transfermarkt statistics, here are the top 15 best-performing players of the year.
15. Chris Wood
Nottingham Forest's Chris Wood has exceeded expectations, scoring 14 goals last season and already netting 9 this season. His contributions have propelled Forest to an impressive sixth place in the league.
14. Ryan Gravenberch
Under Arne Slot’s management at Liverpool, Ryan Gravenberch has emerged as a key player. While not prolific in goals or assists, his midfield dynamism has been central to Liverpool’s dominance.
13. Bryan Mbeumo
With Ivan Toney's departure, Bryan Mbeumo has risen to the occasion for Brentford, tallying 9 goals and 6 assists last season and scoring 8 goals so far this campaign.
12. Nicolas Jackson
Chelsea's resurgence owes much to Nicolas Jackson, who scored 14 goals and provided 5 assists last season. This year, he has added 8 goals and 3 assists to his tally.
11. Bruno Fernandes
Manchester United's talisman continues to shine as a creative and inspirational force, delivering goals and assists consistently throughout 2024.
10. William Saliba
Arsenal’s defensive cornerstone, Saliba, was instrumental in Arsenal’s league-low 29 goals conceded last season. His commanding presence keeps Arsenal firmly in the title race.
9. Declan Rice
Since joining Arsenal, Declan Rice has elevated his game, contributing 7 goals and 8 assists last season while leading the team’s midfield this year.
8. Virgil van Dijk
After a tough 2023, van Dijk has reclaimed his position as one of the world’s best defenders, guiding Liverpool with immense composure and leadership.
7. Kevin De Bruyne
Despite injury setbacks, De Bruyne remains Manchester City’s creative heartbeat. He contributed 10 assists last season to secure City's fourth consecutive title.
6. Phil Foden
Foden dazzled in early 2024, scoring 19 goals and delivering 8 assists last season, though his current form has dipped.
5. Cole Palmer
Palmer has been sensational since joining Chelsea, contributing 22 goals and 11 assists last season. This year, his creativity has been unmatched with 9 goals and 6 assists.
4. Bukayo Saka
Saka continues to shine for Arsenal, driving their title push with 16 goals last season and 10 assists and 5 goals this term.
3. Mohamed Salah
Salah remains Liverpool’s star player, tallying 18 goals and 10 assists last season and adding 13 goals and 8 assists so far this year.
2. Rodri
The Ballon d’Or winner was pivotal to City’s Premier League and Euro 2024 triumphs, exemplifying midfield dominance.
1. Erling Haaland
Haaland reigns supreme, leading the Premier League scoring charts with 12 goals this season, following a 27-goal campaign last year.
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