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At Interesting Football, we took our time to list the best midfielders in the Premier League this season using some of the most accurate and updated data from reliable sources like Sofascore.
The EPL has got some of the best legs in the world, I must say, which is evident in the performance of teams in every competition.
On our list of the best EPL midfielders right now, Kevin De Bruyne makes it as he's consistently gathered the numbers at Manchester City.
Declan has been in the form of his life while Martin Ødegaard, Bernardo Silva, and Cole Palmer continue to make the list.
Without the fluffs, we've brought you the updated list of the best midfielders in the EPL right now.
21. Ryan Gravenberch
Liverpool star Ryan Gravenberch is one of the best-performing midfielders in the EPL right now.
He has shown to be consistent and a reliable option for the new boss. So far, he has been involved in every league game.
Rating
Ryan Gravenberch has enjoyed a good rating in the first two months of the new season. The Dutch midfielder has an average rating of 7.3.
How does he play?
Ryan Gravenberch has been deployed as a central midfielder and defensive midfielder.
20. Andreas Pereira
Since he arrived in Fulham, it has been an impressive showing. The former Manchester United man has continued to gather the numbers with the Cottagers.
I have looked at the stats, and I can tell you that the Brazilian international has been a standout player for Fulham.
The Cottagers presented him the opportunity to enjoy proper first-team action and showcase his skills.
So far, he's shown us that he was worth the investment for Fulham.
Rating
Andreas Pereira has enjoyed an impressive rating over the last couple of months. The first month of the project commencement sees him at a rating of 7.1.
The Brazilian averages a rating of 7.1 and has continued to gather these numbers over the last couple of months.
How does he play?
Andreas Pereira's role as an attacking midfielder has helped Fulham since he arrived at the club. Head coach Marco Silva has relied heavily on his services as he's been creative in the midfield.
He combines the central midfield and the attacking position in the midfield.
19. Youri Tielemans
After an impressive display at Leicester City, Youri Tielemans switched to Aston Villa and has now become one of the favourites of head coach Unai Emery.
Following a tough time in the starting lineup and playing few games last season, the Belgian is now behind Villa's fine form this season.
Youri is one to watch as Aston Villa continues their push in the English Premier League and UEFA Champions League this season.
Rating
I can see that Youri Tielemans is having a great season already with just a few games. He is one of the engine rooms of Villa Midfield.
He has enjoyed an upward rise in rating according to the data from Sofascore. The Belgian began the season at 7.2 and now averages 7.5.
How does he play?
According to the statistics provided by Sofascore, I can see that the Belgian has played multiple roles.
He plays as a defensive, central, and offensive midfielder for Villa this season.
He is now filling the void in the midfield, playing in the left side No. 8 role for Villa after having multiple roles last season.
18. James Ward-Prowse
Ward-Prowse is not new in the English Premier; he has played for teams like Southampton and West Ham United.
The English midfielder currently plays for Nottingham Forest. He remains one of the best midfielders.
Without a doubt, he is one of the best free kick takers you can find in the league.
Rating
Except for the month of March earlier in the year, where he was at 6.8, he has continued to maintain an impressive rating over the last couple of months.
Although he was up at 7.0, James Ward-Prowse's rating had dropped to 6.8. But that said, he has been a consistent player.
How does he play?
Just like every other EPL midfielder, Ward-Prowse plays a key role in his team.
Statistics show that the Englishman operates more of a box-to-box role. He plays in the defensive, central, and offensive positions in the midfield.
He is a gifted player with unique abilities, which include the distribution of final balls to attackers and impressive passing abilities.
Read: Best wingers in EPL currently
17. Joelinton
Joelinton has been impressive since he arrived at Newcastle United. He has also become a better player and one of the go-to options for Eddie Howe.
Inasmuch as Newcastle United started poorly, the spark appears to be gradually setting.
Joelington was exceptional during the home draw with Manchester City in gameweek six. The Brazilian played a key role in the attacking midfield.
Rating
Joelington had an impressive rating in the first few weeks of the Premier League season; however, inconsistency set in and the Brazilian could not maintain his good form.
However, in September, he was at it again, especially in the 1-1 draw with Manchester City at St James Park in game week six.
The Brazilian is currently averaging 6.6, but recent form could skyrocket his rating.
How does he play?
Joelington is a versatile player. Of course you can confirm this if you watch Newcastle United games.
Even as an attacking midfielder, Joelington has been deployed in other positions in an attacking role.
Head coach Eddie Howe also plays the Brazilian midfield star in the left wing position, which has proven to be effective.
16. Amadou Onana
Amadou Onana has been a consistent player since his arrival in the Premier League.
At Everton, the Belgian star has enjoyed quality time on the pitch while becoming one of the most important players in the team.
At the start of the new season, he joined Aston Villa, where he's already one of the first team players under Unai Emery.
Rating
If you are an Everton fan, you can acknowledge the performance of Amadou Onana during his days at the club.
In the major part of last year, Onana enjoyed a strong rating with an average of 7.1.
He moved to Aston Villa at the start of the season and has continued to gather the numbers. The Belgian now averages 7.1 this season.
How does he play?
Truth be told, Amadou Onana is exceptional, and Premier League fans can attest to that, especially Villa fans who are now enjoying his services in the UCL.
He is arguably one of the best defensive midfielders in the EPL right now.
Primarily as a defensive midfielder, he goes central at times and returns to his position. He is known for long balls, tackling, and success ground duels.
15. Mateo Kovacic
After an impressive career at Chelsea, Kovacic caught the eye of Guardiola, who has since made him one of his first team regulars at the Etihad stadium.
The 30-year-old Croatian midfielder is one of the best central midfielders in the EPL right now.
Kovacic brings experience to the Manchester City midfield amid the presence of some of the best legs like Kevin De Bruyne, Rodri, and Bernardo Silva.
Rating
Incredibly, Mateo Kovacic has proven everyone wrong. The former Chelsea man has gathered the number without stopping from the early part of the year until now.
Kovacic averages a 7.5 rating and has remained consistent since the start of the season, even though he's had mixed showings in some games.
How does he play?
Primarily a central midfielder, Mateo Kovacic rotates between the central midfield and the defensive positions.
He makes the attack easier for the forwards while protecting the defenders. He is a playmaker who has proven to be reliable.
14. Casemiro
I know a lot of Premier League fans would question why the Brazilian is added to the list. Well, he may not be at his best at times, but truth be told, he is one of the best you can find.
Despite Manchester United struggles this season, Casemiro has played a key role in the team.
The former Real Madrid man needs no introduction when it comes to this level of the game.
Rating
Well, Casemiro interestingly has a personal rating of 7 in all competitions. He was in good form at the start of the season, but inconsistency has flawed his good form.
How does he play?
Casemiro is known for his unique abilities, which include proper position and playmaking. He is a complete midfielder who needs no introduction.
This season, he has primarily been deployed in central and defensive midfield roles.
13. Ilkay Gundogan
Ilkay Gundogan does not need an introduction on this list.
Returning to the Premier League after a year with Barcelona in the La Liga, the German is back with the squad in Manchester.
Ilkay Gundogan headed straight into the first team upon his return from Barcelona.
After a few games into the campaign, he is already gathering the numbers.
Rating
With only a few games under his belt, he is already averaging 7.2.
How does he play?
Ilkay Gundogan has already blended into the game just a year away from the team.
He adds a lot of quality to the Manchester City team even though he was out for one season.
Gundogan plays different roles, including defensive, central, and offensive positions.
12. Dominik Szoboszlai
Dominik Szoboszlai is one of the fastest-rising midfielders in the English Premier League.
The Hungarian, who was outside at his former club RB Leipzig and Salzburg, did not waste much time before establishing himself as a key player at Liverpool.
He was one of the most preferred options in the midfield under former boss Jürgen Klopp and has also secured his position with the new boss.
Rating
According to the data from Sofascore, he averages over 7.4 ratings. He has maintained this high rating since the start of the season.
Liverpool are on a bright start and are neck to neck with title contenders Manchester City and Arsenal FC.
How does he play?
Dominik is a versatile player who is shown to be one of the best box-to-box midfielders right now at the biggest stage.
He's already brought stability to the Liverpool midfield. The Hungarian captain is one such complete player you can rely on.
I will not be mistaken for ranking him as a proper playmaker who's exceptional in distributing quality passes while keeping his level of consistency high.
11. Moises Caicedo
Chelsea are currently not at their best, but a lot of individual performances continue to top the charts.
One of these key performances comes from Moises Caicedo, who was recently regarded as one of the midfielders under the age of 23.
He moved from Brighton to Chelsea but could not make an immersive impact. However, he appears to have found his footing, especially since the arrival of Enzo Maresca.
Rating
Since the start of the year until now, Moises Caicedo has Main had an average performance of 7.5 despite his team's inconsistent form in the Premier League.
The Ecuadorian has been a useful addition in Chelsea's midfield.
How does he play?
Moises Caicedo combines the roles of the central and defensive midfield even though he is primarily in the defensive position.
He is a player who is good at tackling while providing long balls to the wingers. He is also good when it comes to proper positioning.
10. Bruno Fernandes
Okay, I have reached the most popular section of the list where fans will be watching closely, who I would choose to be the best right now in the EPL.
Of course I would select Bruno Fernandes to be on my list, and this is because he is a top player.
The Manchester United captain has seen his team struggle but continues to gather the numbers. Fernandes adds a lot of quality to the United midfield.
Rating
Apart from the month of May earlier in the year when he was out injured, he has maintained a strong rating across all competitions.
The Portuguese star has an impressive rating of 7.5, which rose to 7.9 at some point.
How does he play?
Fernandes is one of the best attacking midfielders in the Premier League right now. His performance week in and week out says it all. The numbers don't lie.
Fernandes has been hailed for his Playmaker abilities and long shots, even though his perfect penalty kicks aren't there anymore.
9. Declan Rice
Oh Declan! Arsenal fans would love this. The English midfielder is now one of the best in the middle of the park.
His performance since joining the London-based club shows it all. He was worth the investment.
Arsenal have enjoyed a solid midfield, with a lot of credit to Declan Rice. Statistics show that his level of consistency over the last couple of months is exceptional.
Rating
Declan Rice is one of the most consistent players in the EPL over the last few seasons.
The data from Sofascore reveals that the arsenal man averages a rating of 7.5.
How does he play?
Declan Rice is a modern midfielder who brings a little bit of the attacking flare while sticking to his defence duties.
While in his defensive position, he links up with the central midfielders and the attackers.
8. Bruno Guimaraes
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The engine room of Newcastle United midfield is Bruno Guimaraes. The Brazilian who joined the magpies from the French Ligue has been outstanding.
Newcastle United had an outstanding campaign in the last three seasons except for last season, where he played a key role.
It would be difficult to sideline the Brazilian on the list as he's maintained a high profile over the years.
Rating
Impressively, Bruno Guimaraes has maintained an average performance of 7.4, except for September this year. The Brazilian is an ideal player.
How does he play?
Bruno Guimaraes is one of the best central midfielders in the Premier League currently. He is known for his high-press style of play.
The Brazilian is also a proven playmaker and good at positioning.
7. James Madison
It has been an impressive career so far at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium for James Maddison. The English midfielder has since proven his doubters with some five-star performances.
Apart from last December, when he was out injured, he has had a fantastic performance for Spurs.
Rating
James Madison has enjoyed an average rating of 7.4 and 7.5 since the start of the year.
He has been one of the most consistent on the first team.
How does he play?
Madison combines the roles of an attacking midfielder and a right winger, which has worked well in the team.
He has been applauded for his passing and high press.
6. Martin Ødegaard
Martin Ødegaard is one of the best when it comes to midfield duties in the EPL. The former Real Madrid man has established himself at Arsenal.
The Arsenal captain also makes the list following his impressive form year in and year out.
Assigned with the captainship, Ødegaard has shown to be a good leader in the team.
Rating
Ødegaard also has a quality rating over the last couple of months. He has an average rating of 7.5.
How does he play?
He plays in central midfield for the Gunners and is one of the attacking players. He is a player, good with the high press, and a quality passer of the ball.
5. Bernardo Silva
I cannot have a complete list without the inclusion of Bernardo Silva. He has been outstanding.
He is one of the best midfielders in the world, known for his versatility and work rate.
Rating
He is a player with class. From January to September this year, he has a rating of 7.5 on average.
How does he play?
Silva is a creative player who is proven. He is also played in multiple roles, including attacking midfield and right wing.
4. Cole Palmer
During the game-week 8 clash with Brighton in September, Cole Palmer made history as he became Chelsea's first ever player to score four goals in one half.
That was a spectacular performance as Chelsea came from a goal down to win the tie.
Palmer is one of the best talents out there. Last season, he was Chelsea's best player and has continued in that form.
Rating
Cole Palmer remains the club's most important player right now. I have watched him several times, and he is worth the hype.
Statistics show that he has gained a rating of 8.4 on three occasions this year, while mainly an average of 7.5.
How does he play?
Palmer is an attacking midfielder who also plays on the right wing. In some cases, he operated as number 9.
3. Phil Foden
Phil Foden plays an advanced role at Manchester City. He is a complete and proven player whom Pep Guardiola continues to rely on.
Foden came from the youth ranks and successfully cemented his position in the first team and has gone on to rank among the first 5 best midfielders in the EPL right now.
Year to year since his promotion, he has maintained top form.
Rating
Foden is a complete player. Between February and April, he got up to an 8.4 rating according to data from Sofascore.
On average, he has registered between 7.8 and 7.9.
How does he play?
Foden is an advanced player, I must say. He plays three different positions and has been impressive in all.
Pep Guardiola deploys him at right wing, left wing, and attacking midfield.
2. Kevin De Bruyne
Kevin De Bruyne needs an introduction. He is one of the best we have ever seen in the last decade.
The Belgian, alongside Rodri, are the engine room in the city's midfield.
Rating
Despite these injuries, the Belgian has delivered top performance for the Citizens. He has registered up to four high ratings, averaging 8.2 this year.
How does he play?
Kevin De Bruyne combines the roles of a central midfielder and an attacking midfielder. He is also known for his free kicks. He is one of the best playmakers in the EPL right now.
1. Rodri
Rodri was voted the Premier League best midfielder last season following an outstanding performance for the citizens.
Rodri is also ranked as one of the best playmakers.
Rating
The Spaniard has an average rating of 8 since the start of the year.
How does he play?
Rodri combines central midfielder and defensive position while going on the offensive.