Alisson, Liverpool: Keeping Liverpool in games while others crumble around him.
Newcastle's Kieran Trippier is a revelation under Eddie Howe, with immense talent out wide and solid defending.
Sven Botman, Newcastle: Has thrived since joining and adapted quickly to the league, narrowly edging out teammate Fabian Schär.
After three loan spells in France, Arsenal's William Saliba became a rock at the back for the Gunners.
Arsenal, Oleksandr Zinchenko: Arteta made a wise decision last summer to bring in a player whose tactical intelligence, versatility, and winner's mentality have helped shape the Gunners into title contenders.
Newcastle United's Sven Botman and manager Eddie Howe celebrate.
Manchester United's Casemiro was an expensive investment that has now become a cornerstone of Erik ten Hag's revolution at Old Trafford. Tenacious as ever, but with room to flourish on the ball and in the final third, including a crucial stoppage-time equalizer at Chelsea.
Alexis MacAllister, Brighton: Revitalised in a deeper position at Brighton prior to his crucial role in Argentina's World Cup success, a brilliant little player capable of threading balls into the final third and setting the tempo for the Seagulls.
Martin Odegaard, Arsenal: Magnificent and thriving as Arsenal's captain, with excellent balance and vision when carrying the ball. Has elevated his goal-scoring ability.
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard celebrates after his team's 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
Newcastle's Miguel Almiron: There are many candidates for the various roles in this team, but Almiron took over the league from October to the World Cup break, scoring eight goals in nine games. It was fascinating to see how his contributions became more audacious as his confidence grew.
Manchester City's Erling Haaland is a goal-scoring cyborg. "He barely touches the ball," but it doesn't matter because the ball ends up in the back of the net whenever it does eventually reach him, having scored 21 goals in just 17 appearances to set a new Premier League single-season goalscoring record.
Marcus Rashford, Manchester United: Rejuvenated under Erik ten Hag and free of Cristiano Ronaldo's burden. Rashford has thrived with the added responsibility and is having a great time.
Erling Haaland has been outstanding for Manchester City since his arrival.
Notable mentions
Bernd Leno has been dependable in goal for Fulham, and Aaron Ramsdale has established himself as one of the best in the league at Arsenal, displaying excellent judgement and anticipation in addition to his ability to make spectacular saves.
Ben White is the closest rival for Trippier at the back, and the aforementioned Schar could have been included, with the Swiss international crucial to the league's best defense at St James' Park. Ben Mee, Max Kilman, and Thiago Silva have all performed admirably at center back.
Solly March has played in a variety of positions for the Seagulls, but when filling in at left-back, he adds a threat from deep.
Andreas Pereira and Joao Palhinha, who has adjusted brilliantly to life in the Premier League, have both impressed for Marco Silva's Whites.
Bruno Guimaraes has brought real class to Newcastle's midfield, while Moises Caicedo has been a revelation for Brighton alongside Mac Allister, with the Ecuadorian able to break down defenses and thrive when pressed.
Rodri is still a calming presence in City's midfield, and Granit Xhaka has found the right balance for Arsenal.
As previously stated, competition in the front line has been fierce, with Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli performing admirably out wide for Arteta.
While Haaland is unquestionably the best choice for this team's striker, Aleksandar Mitrovic and Ivan Toney should be recognized for their efforts in front of goal.
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