Pace remains a deadly weapon in modern football, and the Premier League is no stranger to explosive speed. From rapid wingers to surging defenders, several players have clocked remarkable sprint speeds this season.
Here’s a breakdown of the top 10 fastest players in England’s top flight so far in the 2024–25 campaign.
10. Antonee Robinson – 35.35 km/h
The American left-back has consistently impressed with his stamina and speed. Robinson’s rapid bursts make him a vital player for Fulham, both defensively and when contributing to attacking overlaps.
9. Yankuba Minteh – 35.38 km/h
The Gambian midfielder has impressed since arriving at Brighton. Combining agility with pace, Minteh has been the Seagulls’ fastest player so far this season, reaching 35.38 km/h.
8. Pedro Neto – 35.40 km/h
Following his £54 million transfer to Chelsea, Neto has quickly emerged as the fastest player at the club. The Portuguese winger has been clocked at 35.40 km/h, outpacing even the likes of Mudryk and Madueke.
7. Cameron Archer – 35.47 km/h
The Southampton forward may still be searching for his first goal, but his pace is undeniable. Archer has hit 35.47 km/h, giving defenders serious problems with his acceleration and agility.
6. Alejandro Garnacho – 35.48 km/h
At just 20 years old, Garnacho leads Manchester United’s pace chart this season. With a top speed of 35.48 km/h, the Argentine winger has shown he’s not just quick on the ball, but devastating in open space.
5. Gabriel Martinelli – 35.57 km/h
Martinelli continues to be a key figure in Arsenal’s transition play. His ability to carry the ball at pace is highlighted by his top speed of 35.57 km/h—another reminder of how dangerous he is on the counter.
4. Matheus Nunes – 35.65 km/h
Nunes has been a revelation for Manchester City, not only with his technical skills but also with his blistering speed. His rapid runs from midfield have given Pep Guardiola’s side an added dimension in attack.
3. Erling Haaland – 35.74 km/h
A terrifying combination of strength and speed, Haaland has clocked 35.74 km/h this season. While Manchester City’s system doesn’t always showcase his pace, when the space opens up, he’s nearly unstoppable.
2. Anthony Elanga – 35.90 km/h
The New Newcastle winger has become a key outlet on the counter-attack. Elanga’s top speed of 35.90 km/h places him second in the league—his explosiveness playing a big part in Forest’s attacking game.
1. Micky van de Ven – 37.12 km/h
The fastest player in the Premier League this season is Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven. Remarkably, the Dutch centre-back has reached a top speed of 37.12 km/h, making him not only the quickest defender but the outright fastest player in the division
