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The 2021-22 Premier League campaign is now in full flow and after seven match days, it looks like we could be in for one of the most exciting title races in years.
Just two points separate leaders Chelsea and sixth-placed Brighton. The top-four positions are already occupied by this season's Champions League participants Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United.
North London rivals Tottenham and Arsenal have had a mixed season so far and have struggled for consistency. Norwich have registered just one point and are at the bottom of the table while Brentford are flying high with three wins and as many draws.
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Many forwards have impressed in the Premier League so far
The Premier League has always been home to some of the best attackers in the world and this season has been no different. Many forward players have performed exceptionally well for their teams so far and have helped their respective clubs move up the Premier League table.
Here we take a look at the five best forwards in the Premier League based on their current form. These players have been selected based on the goal contributions (goals + assists) they have produced this season. So without further adieu, let's take a look at them in detail:
#5 Said Benrahma - West Ham United
Said Benrahma did not have the best of debut seasons at West Ham United. Joining from Brentford on an initial loan deal at the start of last season, Benrahma managed to make 30 appearances in the Premier League, starting in only 14 of them. He scored just one goal and registered six assists during that time.
But the Algerian winger has started the new Premier League season in spectacular fashion, starting all of the Hammers' seven league games. He has registered three goals and two assists and has been a key part of West Ham's strong start to the new Premier League season.
Benrahma's performances earned him a nomination for Premier League Player of the Month for August after he registered two goals and two assists in the first three games.
West Ham will be hoping that Benrahma continues his brilliant start to the season as the Hammers look forward to another top six finish.
#4 Gabriel Jesus - Manchester City
Much of the talk surrounding Manchester City during the start of the season was the lack of a striker in the team. Sergio Aguero departed the club during the summer and the Premier League champions failed in their pursuit of Harry Kane.
After City's 1-0 defeat to Tottenham on the opening matchday of the Premier League, many people thought the club would struggle without a genuine striker.
That was not going to be the case, however, as City came back strong in the next two games, thrashing both Norwich and Arsenal 5-0 on home soil.
One of the major reasons for City's upturn in form was the use of Gabriel Jesus on the right-flank. The 24-year-old tormented the defenders with his speed and agility and became a key component of City's attack.
The Brazilian has so far registered two goals and four assists in seven Premier League games, including a crucial winner against title rivals Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
While City might still be searching for a striker during the upcoming transfer window, Jesus has proven that he is more than capable of taking up the goalscoring burden.
#3 Jamie Vardy - Leicester City
The joint-top scorer in the Premier League right now, Jamie Vardy, has continued to perform at an exceptional level. The Englishman is aging like a fine wine and just seems to be getting better and better as the years pass by.
Leicester City have not had the best of starts to the 2021-22 Premier League campaign. The Foxes have won only two of their seven league games and sit 13th in the league table.
But Vardy has continued to impress in front of goal and has managed to register six goals and one assist in the Premier League so far. If not for Leicester's leaky defense, Vardy's goals would have definitely earned many more points for the Foxes than they currently have.
Brendan Rodgers will be hoping to sort out Leicester's defensive problems soon. If Rodgers manages to do that and Vardy continues his brilliant form in front of goal, Leicester could become a force in the Premier League again.
#2 Michail Antonio - West Ham United
West Ham's talisman Michail Antonio has been absolutely brilliant for the Hammers in the Premier League this season. The Jamaican, who has never scored more than 10 goals in a season, seems on course to break that record.
The 30-year-old has scored five goals and registered three assists in just six league games for the Hammers. The forward also became the club's all-time leading Premier League goalscorer with 48 goals, surpassing Paolo Di Canio.
Antonio deservedly grabbed the Premier League Player of the Month award for August after he registered four goals and three assists in the first three games.
The 31-year-old has been a force in the final third for West Ham and his composure inside the box has also been commendable. He will be hoping to continue his incredible form and finally surpass the 10-goal tally that he has been unable to do so far.
#1 Mohamed Salah - Liverpool
Mohamed Salah is arguably the best player in football right now. Fresh from a summer of rest while other Premier League players were involved in international tournaments, Salah has raced to six goals and three assists in just seven league games. He is the joint-top scorer along with Jamie Vardy.
Furthermore, the Egyptian has also registered three goals in the Champions League, taking his total tally to nine goals and three assists in nine games across all competitions.
His goal against Manchester City was an absolute treat to watch as he dribbled past multiple City defenders before firing his left-footed shot past Ederson.
So far, Salah has failed to score in only one match, Liverpool's 2-0 victory over Burnley at Anfield. Since then, the 29-year-old has netted in seven consecutive matches.
Salah also became the fourth-fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals after his strike against Leeds in September. He also reached 100 Premier League goals for Liverpool after his strike in the 3-3 draw against Brentford.
After four brilliant years at Liverpool, Salah has somehow managed to take his game further up a notch. If he continues in such devastating form, the Reds will definitely be the favorites to win the Premier League this season.
