Who Is the Top Scorer In the English Premier League?

• Club: Manchester City

The Norwegian goal-scoring machine has hit the ground running this campaign. Already tallying 11 goals to his name after the first quarter of the season, with 29 games left to play, is incredible. At this rate, he’s well on track to break the record held by himself (36 goals in 2022/23).

In 2025/26, Haaland is the only player to score at the Emirates Stadium in the Premier League against title-challenging Arsenal, while netting nine times in his last three international matches.

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• Notable Clubs: Bournemouth

The 25-year-old’s market value has skyrocketed after enjoying a brilliant start to this season. Setting the tone against defending champions Liverpool in the opening match with two brilliantly taken goals. Semenyo is a decisive match-winner, able to turn the tide of the match with his sheer quality.

Running through opposition defences like a hot knife through butter to link up with his fellow Bournemouth forwards. Manager Andoni Iraola identified his talent from the onset and is backing Semenyo to become one of the best players in the Premier League.

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• Club: Brentford

The Brazilian striker has flourished as the lynchpin of Brentford’s attack, playing a pivotal role in the club’s ongoing reconstruction under the guidance of manager Keith Andrews. In less than two months, Thiago has formed a great understanding with attacking midfielder Mikkel Damsgaard and their wingers (Kevin Schade & Dango Ouattara).

The 29-year-old is calm and confident on penalties, while offering a significant target at 191cm tall during set-piece situations. Brentford enjoyed wins over Manchester United and Liverpool, with Thiago’s goals instrumental in both victories.

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• Club: Crystal Palace

Under the tutelage of manager Oliver Glasner, the 28-year-old striker made his dreams of representing France come true thanks to his consistency he’s shown in a Crystal Palace jersey.

Mateta blends speed, power, and pure determination to win, encased within a 192cm tall frame that is quite simply impossible to contain when he’s in full stride, seamlessly combining intelligent movement and clinical finishing with relentless pressing from the front that make him the real deal for clubs searching for a top marksman to lead their forward line.

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• Club: Brighton & Hove Albion

The veteran striker graduated from Manchester United’s academy as a promising prospect, later suffering many injuries that led to his move to Brighton. Joining the Seagulls during the second half of his career has been a blessing in disguise. Welbeck is capable of understanding exactly what the team needs from a quality number nine and executing it to perfection.

Constantly involved in build-up play, he thereafter made his way rapidly back into the danger areas. He formed a wonderful connection with Brighton’s wingers, passing on his knowledge to the younger generation while leading from the front by putting the ball in the back of the net.

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• Club: Newcastle United

At 198cm tall, Woltemade is an imposing figure in both boxes. Demonstrating this perfectly with his goal against Arsenal at St. James’ Park earlier this season with a towering header. The former Stuttgart striker entered the club during a tumultuous period following the Alexander Isak saga; however, he’s adapted to the Premier League very quickly.

Woltemade is not just a set-piece merchant, showing his composure from the penalty spot with an emphatically powerful penalty reminiscent of Michael Ballack’s thunderbolts for Chelsea, while also linking up play to elevate those around him.

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• Club: Burnley

The single most influential player for his club has to be Jaidon Anthony. The 25-year-old winger has been sensational with the Clarets' consistency playing through Anthony, and it’s proving fruitful with the goals and assists coming at a remarkable rate. 

He showcases his quality, vision, and drive to inspire Burnley’s attacking play week after week. Anthony seems like he’s been playing in the Premier League forever, taking to it like a duck to water. His confidence in the ball and fearless approach is very admirable.

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• Club: Liverpool

The shining light during a period of darkness for Liverpool. Gakpo has shone despite Liverpool’s early struggles to defend their Premier League title. The 26-year-old Dutch forward is approaching the peak of his career, being a constant source of energy and creativity by combining technical finesse with tactical intelligence.

Whether Gakpo is deployed through the middle or drifting in from the left, his sharp movement and composed finishing have kept Liverpool competitive while his teammates have faltered. His work rate and ability to deliver in crucial moments have made him one of the first names on the team sheet.

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• Club: Tottenham Hotspur

Richarlison announced his intentions for the 2025/26 season in style after scoring an unforgettable bicycle kick on the opening weekend. Trying his utmost best to make Carlo Ancelotti’s first XI for Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and make his boyhood dreams come true.

The 28-year-old has been playing a significant role for Tottenham this season, with their striker department facing injuries to both Randal Kolo Muani and Dominic Solanke. His renewed confidence and unmatched work ethic have reinforced Tottenham’s attack. Ideal striker for the high-intensity style of football implemented by manager Thomas Frank.

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