Speed has become an invaluable asset, transforming how teams attack, defend, and transition across the pitch. The Premier League, known for its high intensity and blistering pace, boasts some of the fastest players in the world.
These players not only possess exceptional technical skills but also an uncanny ability to leave opponent in their wake. From lightning-quick wingers to rapid defenders and even surprisingly agile strikers, the league’s fastest players have mastered the art of using their speed to gain an edge. Let’s take a closer look at the top 10 fastest players currently finding their ways up the Premier League.
10. Amadou Onana (Aston Villa) – 35.54 km/h
The Aston Villa midfielder may not be a conventional speedster, but his remarkable top speed of 35.54 km/h proves he’s no novice when it comes to covering ground quickly. Onana combines his physicality with a surprising burst of pace and he’s also scored 2 Goals in 12 premier league games for Aston villa..
9. Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal) – 35.57 km/h
His fellow gunners regard him as the fattest player in the team but the fans think his pace are not beneficial to the team.
The Brazilian winger has the ability to outrun defenders and create opportunities, reaching a top speed of 35.57 km/h this season.
8. Antonee Robinson (Fulham) – 35.63 km/h
Fulham’s left-back, nicknamed “Jedi,” is one of the fastest defenders in the league. His pace (35.63 km/h) is instrumental in both his defensive recoveries and his overlapping runs in attack.
His pace has benefited the Fulham multiple times this season I mean he has contributed to 6 premier league goals and it’s just December.
7. Timo Werner (Tottenham Hotspur) – 35.69 km/h
After moving to Tottenham on loan , Werner has rediscovered some of his ability . His top speed of 35.69 km/h ensures he remains a constant threat on the counterattack and a nightmare for defenders in transition.
The right winger has not been playing so much for Tottenham but he somehow managed 2 Assist. 1 against Mn city and second one against Fulham.
6. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – 35.74 km/h
Despite Manchester city recent form , Haaland’s incredible speed (35.74 km/h) sets him apart as a striker.
The Norwegian superstar frequently uses his acceleration to get behind defenses, adding to his already lethal goal-scoring abilities and power.
5. Mykhailo Mudryk (Chelsea) – 35.79 km/h
Chelsea’s Ukrainian winger is majorly know for his electric pace even before joining Chelsea for £62m, and his top speed of 35.79 km/h ranks him among the fastest in the league right now.
The winger hasn’t always shown his Shakhtar Donetsk form. But his pace has always been prevalent.
4. Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest) – 35.90 km/h
22 years old Anthony Elanga has been a revelation for Nottingham Forest, regularly using his speed (35.90 km/h) to exploit spaces behind defenses. The young Swedish international is quickly becoming a standout performer since leaving Manchester United 2022/23 season.
With 2 goals and 2 assists in 17 premier league games . It’s not so good for a Right winger but he’s trying anyways.
3. Carlos Forbs (Wolverhampton Wanderers) -36.57 km/h
Wolves’ 20 years old breakout star Carlos Forbs has clocked an astonishing top speed of 36.57 km/h. His pace makes him a constant threat in Left winger and a vital asset for Wolverhampton’s counterattacking style for a long period of time.
2. Matheus Nunes ( Manchester city) – 36.72 KM/h
Though not a regular starter under Pep Guardiola, when Matheus Nunes takes off, he truly flies. But Matheus Nunes has taken his game to another level since joining Manchester City, reaching an incredible top speed of 36.72 km/h.
In just 12 premier games played he managed 3 Assits with an average rating of 7.19 per games. Kind of incredible
1. Micky van de Ven – (Tottenham Hotspur) – 37.12 km/h
Topping the list is Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven, who has reached a jaw-dropping speed of 37.12 km/h.. When Tottenham Hotspur’s Micky van de Ven gets on the ball, everyone knows exactly what he’s planning to do—but few players are capable of stopping him once he gathers momentum. As Manchester United discovered, his combination of raw speed and ability to glide through defenders is extraordinary, especially for someone of his stature and position as a central defender.
