The 2024/25 UEFA Europa League has served up drama, goals, and memorable performances across the continent. While the focus is often on the final stages, many standout talents have left their mark throughout the campaign, whether their teams progressed deep into the tournament or not.
Here’s our ranking of the top 10 performers in this season’s Europa League, based on goals, assists, influence, and individual brilliance.
10. Omar Marmoush
Clubs: Eintracht Frankfurt / Manchester City
Appearances: 6
Goals: 4
Assists: 2
Chances Created: 16
Pass Accuracy: 83%
Before his January move to Manchester City, Omar Marmoush was in outstanding form for Eintracht Frankfurt. The Egyptian forward impressed in the Bundesliga and Europe alike, combining creativity and clinical finishing. His impact hasn’t slowed since arriving in Manchester — he’s now on 27 goals and 13 assists across all competitions this season. Few players have matched his output across both domestic and European stages.
9. Ayoub El Kaabi
Club: Olympiacos
Appearances: 8
Goals: 7
Pass Accuracy: 69%
Chances Created: 7
Despite Olympiacos crashing out in the Round of 16, Ayoub El Kaabi finished as the joint-top scorer in the Europa League with 7 goals. His movement, sharp finishing, and ability to find space made him one of the deadliest forwards in the competition, even if his team’s journey ended earlier than expected.
8. Samu Aghehowa
Club: FC Porto
Appearances: 9
Goals: 6
Pass Accuracy: 69%
Successful Dribbles: 6
A shining light for Porto in their short-lived Europa League run, Samu Aghehowa made a real impression with 6 goals in 9 matches. His quick feet and eye for goal gave defenders a tough time, though an early exit prevented him from climbing higher in this ranking.
7. Kasper Høgh
Club: Bodø/Glimt
Appearances: 12
Goals: 7
Assists: 1
Dribbles Completed: 9
Pass Accuracy: 74%
Kasper Høgh has been one of the competition’s breakout stars. With Bodø/Glimt reaching the semi-finals, Høgh has led from the front, contributing 8 goal involvements and playing a pivotal role in their European run. His tireless work rate and poacher instincts have made him a fan favorite.
6. Iñaki Williams
Club: Athletic Club
Appearances: 11
Goals: 5
Assists: 1
Dribbles Completed: 11
Pass Accuracy: 75%
At 30, Iñaki Williams remains the heartbeat of Athletic Club. Not only has he kept up his astonishing streak of consecutive appearances, but he’s also been crucial in the club’s Europa League campaign, consistently delivering in big moments. His energy, leadership, and direct style remain vital.
5. Nico Williams
Club: Athletic Club
Appearances: 12
Goals: 5
Assists: 2
Chances Created: 27
Successful Dribbles: 43
Pass Accuracy: 80%
After a collapsed transfer to Barcelona, Nico Williams has found renewed focus and form at Athletic Club. The 21-year-old winger has been electric, combining flair and end product. He produced a man-of-the-match display against Rangers to send them packing and now faces Manchester United in the semis. His 43 dribbles and 27 chances created rank among the highest in the tournament.
4. İrfan Can Eğribayat
Club: Fenerbahçe
Appearances: 6
Clean Sheets: 3
Save Percentage: 80%
İrfan Can Eğribayat stood tall for Fenerbahçe, delivering clutch performances between the posts. His save percentage and presence were vital in keeping the Turkish side alive through key rounds. Despite being eliminated on penalties by Rangers, his performances were heroic — a true game-changer in goal.
3. Victor Osimhen
Club: Galatasaray
Appearances: 7
Goals: 6
Assists: 1
Chances Created: 6
Pass Accuracy: 80%
Though Galatasaray exited early, Victor Osimhen made his mark with 6 goals in just 7 appearances. The Nigerian striker’s physicality, positioning, and finishing have been top-class throughout. He remains among the top scorers of the competition despite playing fewer games than many of his peers.
2. Bruno Fernandes
Club: Manchester United
Appearances: 11
Goals: 5
Assists: 3
Chances Created: 34
Dribbles Completed: 7
Pass Accuracy: 79%
Bruno Fernandes has been Manchester United’s driving force in Europe. His leadership, creativity, and knack for clutch moments — including his extra-time penalty against Lyon — have kept United alive in tense situations. He’s second only to Cherki in chance creation and has influenced nearly every United attack.
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1. Rayan Cherki
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Club: Lyon
Appearances: 12
Goals: 4
Assists: 8
Chances Created: 42
Successful Dribbles: 31
Recoveries: 42
Though Lyon were knocked out in the quarterfinals, Rayan Cherki was arguably the tournament’s best performer. His creativity, flair, and work rate stood out across all 12 games. He leads the Europa League in both chances created and recoveries — an extraordinary stat line for an attacking midfielder. Cherki proved he’s not just about style; he’s about substance, too.
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