Top 11 best playmakers in premier league this season (2025)

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**9. Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest)**

 

**Stats**: 5 assists, ~3.3 key passes/game, 7 goals, 81% pass accuracy, ~2.0 dribbles/game

 

**Analysis**: Gibbs-White has emerged as Forest’s standout performer, playing a pivotal role in their unexpected push into the top half. His 5 assists and a personal-best 3.3 key passes per match (a jump from 2.1 last term) underscore his rising prominence. Boasting 81% pass accuracy and averaging 2.0 dribbles each game, he embodies the ideal “No. 10” – inventive yet gritty.

 

With 11 big chances crafted in 2024, he’s mixing with the league’s best creators, and his 4 goals only add to his versatility. Gibbs-White’s flair is especially notable in a team not known for flamboyance, which makes his creative output even more eye-catching. Still, his numbers fall just short of elite levels.

 

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**8. Martin Ødegaard (Arsenal)**

 

**Stats**: 4 assists, ~2.9 key passes/game, 2 goals, 88% pass accuracy, ~1.5 dribbles/game

 

**Analysis**: Although injuries delayed Ødegaard’s start, his return helped Arsenal rediscover their flow. His 4 assists and steady 2.9 key passes per match (identical to last season) reflect his central role in midfield control. With a crisp 88% pass success rate and 1.5 dribbles per outing, he’s a meticulous operator who rarely loses the ball.

 

Last year’s league leader in shot creation continues to impress, with 10 big chances fashioned in 2024. His talent for slicing through defenses—evident in a 60% through-ball accuracy—makes him indispensable. However, his goal and assist totals aren’t quite at the level of top-tier playmakers.

 

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**7. Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest)**

 

**Stats**: 8 assists, 77.7% pass accuracy, 39 chances created, 350+ successful passes

 

**Analysis**: Elanga has been a major creative force for Forest throughout the 2024/25 campaign.

 

The 22-year-old winger from Sweden has racked up 8 assists in 29 league games, placing him among the top assist providers.

 

His output is further proven by 26 big chances created, showing his knack for setting up scoring opportunities. With 224 crosses delivered, he’s been consistent in supplying dangerous balls into the box.

 

These numbers highlight Elanga’s development as a central creative figure, shaping Forest’s attacking play.

 

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**6. Antonee Robinson (Fulham)**

 

**Stats**: 10 assists, ~2.0 key passes/game, 0 goals, 80% pass accuracy, ~1.5 dribbles/game

 

**Analysis**: It’s rare for a left-back to feature on a playmaker list, but Robinson’s season makes a strong case. His 10 assists—tied for second in the league—are extraordinary for a full-back. Delivering about 2.0 key passes per game, he’s Fulham’s main creative threat, with 13 successful open-play crosses ranking him second in the league.

 

He balances defensive duty with attacking thrust, shown by 80% pass completion and 1.5 dribbles per game. His driving runs and accurate deliveries have fueled Fulham’s European ambitions. Despite trailing midfielders in goal tally and key pass totals, his influence from an unusual role is undeniable.

 

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**5. Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)**

 

**Stats**: 9 assists, ~2.9 key passes/game, 8 goals, 82% pass accuracy, ~1.2 dribbles/game

 

**Analysis**: Amid ongoing instability at United, Fernandes continues to pull the creative strings. With 9 assists and a consistent 2.9 key passes each match (same as last year), his output remains steady.

 

He’s created 13 big chances in 2024 alone, proving his high-volume creativity. His 82% pass accuracy and 1.2 dribbles per game show a balance of ambition and efficiency. Fernandes also contributes with 8 goals and ranks eighth in shots taken (72), highlighting his goal threat.

 

While he excels in forward passing—often leading in progressive metrics—United’s broader struggles have limited his overall numbers. At 30, he’s still elite, though context holds him back from greater heights.

 

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**4. Cole Palmer (Chelsea)**

 

**Stats**: 6 assists, ~2.5 key passes/game, 14 goals, 83% pass accuracy, ~1.8 dribbles/game

 

**Analysis**: Palmer’s ascent this season has been rapid. With 6 assists and 14 goals in 27 matches, he’s become Chelsea’s go-to attacking force. A standout performance against Brighton—four goals and an assist—marked his arrival. By October, he was already in Player of the Season talks with 11 goal involvements.

 

His 2.5 key passes per game (slightly up from 2.2 the prior season) put him among the league’s best creators. Ranking second in chances and through balls created, he also boasts 83% pass accuracy and 1.8 dribbles per match. Two long-range goals show his versatility. Palmer’s cool demeanor contrasts with his blazing form, establishing him as Chelsea’s creative leader, even if his assist numbers lag behind.

 

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**3. Mikkel Damsgaard (Brentford)**

 

**Stats**: 10 assists, 2 goals, 77% pass accuracy, 51 chances created, 825 successful passes

 

**Analysis**: Damsgaard has stepped up as Brentford’s creative spark in 2024/25. With 2 goals and 10 assists over 29 appearances, he’s among their top offensive contributors. His sharp vision has been crucial, with 33 key passes—second only to Mbeumo at the club.

 

His success story is even more inspiring considering his return from injuries and rheumatoid arthritis. The Danish midfielder has embraced Brentford’s fast-paced style, regaining confidence and thriving as a reliable playmaker.

 

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**2. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)**

 

**Stats**: 10 assists, ~3.2 key passes/game, 5 goals, 85% pass accuracy, ~2.5 dribbles/game

 

**Analysis**: A hamstring injury in December cut Saka’s season short, but in just 16 games he tallied 10 assists (0.63 per game), underlining his role as Arsenal’s top creator. He was on track to challenge Thierry Henry’s assist record.

 

Saka’s influence is evident in his 3.2 key passes per match (up from 2.8), along with league-leading 42 chances and 12 big chances created before injury. His passing precision (85%) and dribbling flair (2.5 per game) reinforce his all-around game. His 51 shot-creating actions were also the league’s highest at the time, putting him on par with the likes of Salah in impact.

 

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**1. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)**

 

**Stats**: 17 assists, ~3.0 key passes/game, 27 goals, 87% pass accuracy, ~2.0 dribbles/game

 

**Analysis**: Salah leads this list not just with a massive 17 assists—seven more than anyone else—but also through his dominant all-round attacking play. At 32, he’s transformed into a blend of striker and playmaker under Arne Slot, orchestrating Liverpool’s offense flawlessly.

 

With 17 assists in 29 appearances (over 0.5 per game), and 27 goals, he’s unmatched in output. His 3.0 key passes per match tear through defenses, and his consistent 2.0 dribbles keep defenders off balance. A complete force in front of goal and in buildup, Salah remains the league’s ultimate playmaker.

 

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**Notable Mentions**

*Jacob Murphy, Kevin De Bruyne, Savinho, Trent Alexander-Arnold* – all added creative depth and flair, though didn’t quite break into the top 10.

 

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