Football nowadays is still believed to be about skill and technique but often players are seen abusing their pace and physicality. Throughout history, we have seen some rapid players who are almost impossible to catch. The Premier League especially is well known for its fast and pacey nature. While football fans must have seen players like Theo Walcott and Adama Traore, we will take a look at the fastest player in Premier League this season.
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Jack Stacey
While it’s usually the wingers that can be rapid, Jack Stacey of Bournemouth is currently one of the fastest players in Premier League. The fullback is not the most popular player in the league with a history of playing at low-league clubs such as Exeter, Reading, Carlisle, and Barnet.
The premier has just begun and the fullback has already recorded the fifth-best stats when it comes to pace. Stacey has recorded a top speed of 35.6 km/h which makes him one of the most mesmerizing players to watch.
Alan Saint-Maximin
Alan Saint-Maximin is a fan favorite in the league. While playing for Newcastle, Frenchman has been regarded as the most powerful and skillful individual. The winger is quite explosive in the wings and is known for his sprints toward the goal.
The 25-year-old has recorded a top speed of 35.7 km/h this season which places him 4th on the list. The winger isn’t the most effective goal scorer but always troubles the defenders.
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Diogo Dalot
The Portuguese fullback has been in Manchester United’s book for a long time. Initially facing competition from former United captain Valencia and later played second fiddle to Aaron Wan-Bissaka. This season under Eric Ten Hag, the promising youngster has really proven his worth while playing almost every match this season.
Apart from that, he has managed to touch a top speed of 35.8 km/h which is one of his key attributes.
Gabriel Martinelli
Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli has been the most exciting youngster in the league for the last couple of years. The Brazilian is talented and has the flair which enables him to outshine the best players in the league.
The 21-year-old has been a key figure in Arteta’s Arsenal who currently sit on top of the table. If all goes well, this might be the start of The Gunner’s resurgence in European football. In the meanwhile, Martinelli has captured the attention of spectators by touching a speed of 35.9 km/h which places him 2nd on this list.
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Darwin Nunez
The Uruguayan was on the radar of several European clubs before he made the move to Liverpool. His talent was recognized by Jurgen Klopp and the Liverpool board which made them break the club record by signing him for 85 million pounds.
Nunez is known for his goal-scoring instinct and his explosive runs. He has proved to be a true headache for defenders in the league. So far, he has been the fastest player in the Premier League as he registered a top speed of 36.5 km/h. Moreover, he has scored thrice and assisted once.
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