The 2022/23 EPL is gradually drawing to a close. At this time, some teams rely heavily on fast players for quick transitions, counterattacks and ball recoveries.
Here are players that can offer their teams this icing that could change their ranking on the table.
1. Brennan Johnson
The Nottingham Forest forward is the fastest player this season, according to Squawka, with a top speed of 36.7km/hr.
He has scored seven goals and provided two assists as the newcomers strive to maintain their top-flight status next season.
2. Mykhailo Mudryk
Chelsea’s £88m man is yet to adapt to the EPL and has just one assist so far, but he achieved a top speed of 36.63km/hr on his debut against Liverpool.
3. Anthony Gordon
The Everton academy graduate secured a £40m move to Newcastle United in January, 2023. He is the third fastest player in the league, with a top speed of 36.61km/hr.
4. Darwin Nunez
Liverpool signed the Uruguayan forward for a club-record £85m, according to Sky Sports. He initially struggled but has eight goals, three league assists and a top speed of 36.53km/hr.
5. Matheus Nunes
The Portuguese midfielder chose Wolves over Chelsea and Liverpool in the summer when he left Sporting Lisbon.
He remains on Liverpool’s radar for a move in the summer. He has a top speed of 36.32km/hr this season.
6. Erling Haaland
The Premier League’s top scorer with 28 goals comes in at number six, having a top speed of 36.22km/hr.
It proves he is an efficient centre-forward who is not only a predator in the box but can be played on fast counters.
7. Denis Zakaria
The Juventus midfielder on loan at Chelsea has had playing time hard to come, but when he steps on the field, he gives his all.
He achieved a top speed of 36.09km/hr in the 1-0 loss to Manchester City.
8. Kieran Tierney
The Scottish full-back has to contend with the experienced Oleksandr Zinchenko for a starting berth.
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When called upon, he has been a constant presence down the left side and has a top speed of 35.99km/hr.
9. Gabriel Martinelli
The Brazilian winger is essential to Arsenal’s title charge and very good at beating defenders one-on-one and also on counter attacks.
He has scored 13 Premier league goals and reached a top speed of 35.9km/hr.
10. Marcus Rashford
The England international has been in blazing form for Manchester United since the end of the World Cup.
He is a menace down the left wing, with 14 league goals and a top speed of 35.81km/hr this season.
