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The Premier League is home to some of the best attack-minded midfielders in the world. They can dictate tempo, pierce defense with their passes, and most importantly, can score crucial goals on cue.
Today, we will take a look at some midfielders who have outshone out-and-out attackers in the English top-flight this season.
Here are five midfielders who have bagged the most goals in the Premier League since the start of the 2021-22 season:
#5 Mason Mount (Chelsea) – 7 goals
Chelsea poster boy Mason Mount has been in impressive form in the Premier League this season. The England international has impressed everyone with his work rate, leadership skills, playmaking and, of course, important goals.
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Amid Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner’s struggles in front of goal, Mount’s new-found shooting boots have served as a balm of reassurance this season.
In 21 top-flight games in the 2021-22 campaign, Mount has already found the net seven times. He also has six assists to his name in the Premier League this term.
On matchday nine, the academy graduate scored his first-ever hat-trick for Chelsea’s senior side. His treble and an assist against Norwich helped them to an emphatic 7-0 win at Stamford Bridge.
His remaining four goals came in four consecutive games between matchdays 14 and 17. His strikes helped Chelsea salvage five points in those four matches alone.
#4 Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City) – 7 goals
Between COVID-19 and an ankle injury, Manchester City ace Kevin De Bruyne has missed quite a few matches this season. The fact that he is still the fourth-highest scoring midfielder in the Premier League this season speaks volumes about the quality he possesses.
The Belgium international possesses immaculate vision, loves to bring his teammates into play, and possesses the quality to catch any opposition out with vicious long-rangers.
City boss Pep Guardiola has lauded him time and again for his unmatched qualities, and those have once again shown through this season. Apart from netting seven goals in 19 appearances, De Bruyne has also registered two assists in the Premier League this season.
De Bruyne’s first goal of the season came on matchday seven, in a 2-2 draw with fellow title aspirants Liverpool. He found the back of the net once again in the next match, helping his side bag a 2-0 win over Burnley in Manchester.
On matchday 22, he scored a long-range scorcher in a 1-0 win over Chelsea, which has easily been his finest strike of the season.
#3 Conor Gallagher (Crystal Palace) – 8 goals
Crystal Palace finished 14th in the Premier League last season. They lacked creativity in the final third and could only muster 44 points in 38 games. This season, they currently find themselves in 11th position and are dreaming of finishing inside the top 10 for the first time in seven years.
Chelsea loanee Conor Gallagher has been at the heart of everything positive at Palace this season. His goalscoring and playmaking are making the Eagles dream of a top-half finish.
In 22 Premier League games, the Englishman has registered eight goals and three assists, meaning he’s directly contributed to 33 percent of Palace’s league goals (36).
The 22-year-old struck first for Palace on matchday three against West Ham United. His brace allowed the Eagles to salvage a 2-2 draw against the Hammers.
Gallagher’s second brace came in a 3-1 win over Everton in gameweek 16. Had it not been for Gallagher’s eight goals, Palace would have had four points fewer than they do now.
#2 Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United) – 9 goals
Last season, Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes scored a whopping 18 goals in the Premier League. He was by far the Red Devils’ most important player and popped up with decisive goals and assists more often than not.
He has not scored as many in the English top-flight this term but remains United’s joint-leading scorer in the league.
Since Cristiano Ronaldo’s arrival last summer, the 37-year-old has been Manchester United’s primary penalty taker, which has taken a toll on Fernandes’ goal tally.
However, the United No.18 has still scored nine goals in 25 appearances. As if his goal tally was not impressive enough, he has also provided six assists in England’s premier footballing division this season.
#1 Emile Smith Rowe (Arsenal) – 9 goals
Sitting pretty at the top of our table is Arsenal golden boy Emile Smith Rowe. From making his England debut to ruling the Gunners' midfield, the 21-year-old has effortlessly done it all this season.
He is composed on the ball, can pick out his teammates with ease, and knows just when to put his foot through.
In the 2021-22 season, Emile Smith Rowe has made 21 league appearances for the Gunners, registering nine goals and two assists. The young England international has scored against Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United, proving his ability to show up in big games.
The north Londoners have a potentially world-class attacking midfielder in Smith Rowe. The onus is now on Mikel Arteta to nurture his talent to the best of his abilities and give him the perfect project to thrive in.
