The 2025-26 Premier League season is upon us, and it promises to be another thrilling campaign. As defending champions Liverpool prepare to kick off the season at Anfield against Bournemouth, we take a deep dive into the top 50 players to watch this season. Here's our comprehensive ranking based on performance, potential, and impact on the pitch.

Ranking Methodology

Ranking soccer players is no easy task. With advanced analytics now measuring a wide range of metrics, we’ve used a combination of data and expert analysis to compile this list. The DAVIES model, which evaluates everything a player does with the ball, has been a key tool in our assessment. We’ve also considered playing time, positional adjustments, and past performances to project future impact.

Key Departures

This season marks the departure of three Premier League legends:

• Kevin De Bruyne: The midfield maestro has moved to Napoli.
• Trent Alexander-Arnold: Liverpool’s assist king has joined Real Madrid.
• Son Heung-Min: After a decade at Tottenham, Son has signed with LAFC.

These departures have left big shoes to fill, but the Premier League is never short of talent.

Top 50 Players

Here’s a look at the top 50 players to watch this season:

50. Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace)

Eze’s creativity and flair make him a standout in Crystal Palace’s midfield.

49. Antonee Robinson (Fulham)

Robinson’s athleticism and defensive contributions have been crucial for Fulham.

48. Milos Kerkez (Liverpool)

Liverpool’s new left-back brings youth and energy to the squad.

47. Ismaïla Sarr (Crystal Palace)

Sarr’s pace and dribbling skills make him a constant threat on the wing.

46. Kai Havertz (Arsenal)

Havertz’s versatility and goal-scoring ability have been key for Arsenal.

45. Nathan Collins (Brentford)

Collins’ defensive solidity has been a cornerstone for Brentford.

44. Murillo (Nottingham Forest)

Murillo’s ability to spark counter-attacks has been vital for Forest.

43. David Raya (Arsenal)

Raya’s shot-stopping and distribution have been impressive.

42. Martín Zubimendi (Arsenal)

Zubimendi’s midfield control and passing range are top-notch.

41. Marc Guéhi (Crystal Palace)

Guéhi’s leadership and defensive skills have been key for Palace.

40. Rúben Dias (Manchester City)

Dias remains one of the best center-backs in the league.

39. Savinho (Manchester City)

Savinho’s dribbling and creativity have been a bright spot for City.

38. Dango Ouattara (Bournemouth)

Ouattara’s versatility and work rate have been crucial for Bournemouth.

37. Alex Iwobi (Fulham)

Iwobi’s midfield contributions have been vital for Fulham.

36. Jordan Pickford (Everton)

Pickford’s shot-stopping has been key for Everton.

35. Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)

Watkins’ goal-scoring ability has been crucial for Villa.

34. Yoane Wissa (Brentford)

Wissa’s attacking contributions have been key for Brentford.

33. Jarrod Bowen (West Ham)

Bowen’s goal-scoring and assists have been vital for West Ham.

32. Matheus Cunha (Manchester United)

Cunha’s creativity and finishing have been key for United.

31. Kaoru Mitoma (Brighton)

Mitoma’s dribbling and creativity have been crucial for Brighton.

30. Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United)

Mbeumo’s work rate and goal-scoring have been key for United.

29. Noni Madueke (Arsenal)

Madueke’s pace and dribbling skills make him a constant threat.

28. Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea)

Jackson’s goal-scoring ability has been crucial for Chelsea.

27. Omar Marmoush (Manchester City)

Marmoush’s goal-scoring and shot production have been impressive.

26. Dominik Szoboszlai (Liverpool)

Szoboszlai’s midfield control and passing range are top-notch.

25. Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)

Rogers’ creativity and goal-scoring have been key for Villa.

24. Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)

Fernández’s midfield contributions have been vital for Chelsea.

23. Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool)

Gravenberch’s ability to break lines has been crucial for Liverpool.

22. Alisson Becker (Liverpool)

Alisson’s shot-stopping and distribution have been key for Liverpool.

21. Martin Ødegaard (Arsenal)

Ødegaard’s creativity and goal-scoring have been crucial for Arsenal.

20. Youri Tielemans (Aston Villa)

Tielemans’ passing and vision have been key for Villa.

19. Jan Paul van Hecke (Brighton)

Van Hecke’s defensive skills and passing have been crucial for Brighton.

18. Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool)

Konaté’s defensive solidity has been key for Liverpool.

17. Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth)

Semenyo’s pace and goal-scoring have been crucial for Bournemouth.

16. Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool)

Mac Allister’s midfield control and passing range are top-notch.

15. Florian Wirtz (Liverpool)

Wirtz’s creativity and goal-scoring have been key for Liverpool.

14. Rodri (Manchester City)

Rodri’s midfield control and defensive skills have been crucial for City.

13. Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal)

Gabriel’s defensive solidity has been key for Arsenal.

12. Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea)

Caicedo’s midfield contributions have been vital for Chelsea.

11. Josko Gvardiol (Manchester City)

Gvardiol’s defensive skills and passing have been crucial for City.

10. William Saliba (Arsenal)

Saliba’s defensive solidity has been key for Arsenal.

9. Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

Fernandes’ creativity and goal-scoring have been crucial for United.

8. Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle United)

Guimarães’ midfield control and passing range are top-notch.

7. Declan Rice (Arsenal)

Rice’s midfield contributions have been vital for Arsenal.

6. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)

Van Dijk’s defensive solidity has been key for Liverpool.

5. Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)

Isak’s goal-scoring ability has been crucial for Newcastle.

4. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)

Saka’s creativity and goal-scoring have been key for Arsenal.

3. Erling Haaland (Manchester City)

Haaland’s goal-scoring ability has been crucial for City.

2. Cole Palmer (Chelsea)

Palmer’s creativity and goal-scoring have been key for Chelsea.

1. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)

Salah’s goal-scoring and assists have been vital for Liverpool.

Conclusion

The 2025-26 Premier League season is set to be another exciting chapter in the world of football. With a mix of established stars and emerging talents, the competition promises to be fiercer than ever. Keep an eye on these top 50 players as they aim to make their mark on the league.