Chelsea’s Cole Palmer has risen to become the Premier League’s most influential player in front of goal since the beginning of last season, amassing an outstanding 44 goal involvements. As of Monday, October 7, Palmer’s impressive tally of 28 goals and 16 assists sets him apart from the competition, surpassing even Manchester City’s renowned striker, Erling Haaland, who has recorded 42 goal contributions (37 goals and 5 assists) during the same period.
Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins follows closely in third place with 38 goal involvements, having scored 23 goals and provided 15 assists, showcasing his well-rounded offensive abilities. Liverpool’s star forward Mohamed Salah is not far behind, tallying 36 contributions (22 goals and 14 assists).
Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka has also maintained his remarkable consistency, contributing to 34 goals with 18 goals and 16 assists, further solidifying his status as one of the league’s brightest young talents. Tottenham’s Son Heung-min has proven his worth with 31 goal involvements, consisting of 19 goals and 12 assists, keeping him among the league’s elite attackers.
The data also highlights key performances from Manchester City’s Phil Foden, who has contributed to 27 goals, West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen with 26, and Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson, who has also managed 26 goal involvements. Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, alongside Bournemouth and Tottenham’s Dominic Solanke, has contributed to 25 goals each, matching Arsenal’s Kai Havertz in total goal involvement.
These statistics underscore Palmer’s remarkable rise to the top of the Premier League’s offensive contributors, as well as the fierce competition among some of the league’s most prominent attacking talents.
