5 Premier League players struggling at the moment

The season is long, and the players are already breaking records set by the legends themselves. With Liverpool being on top of the table, and Chelsea right behind, their top guns are making the best use of their time on the pitch.

With a solid foundation and a will to compete in every match, this year's Premier League has been all about the individual credentials, as many have resurrected, leaving the top guns behind.

The battle is always on for being the best player. With every game being equally important, the passion and quality we get to see is remarkably unique and genuine.

Some of these blazing guns however haven't really made the impact. Playing for some of the biggest teams in the world and having the best stats in previous seasons, these world-class players have had a tough time finding their place on the pitch. Will they be able to find form once again?

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#5 David De Gea - Manchester United

De Gea's questionable form can be hazardous

Despite being one of the most high-profile goalkeepers in the Premier League, De Gea's form is in jeopardy. With only one clean sheet in his last four games, the Spanish keeper continues to shiver with the lack of saves.

De Gea has been in the squad for almost 7 seasons, playing over 250 games for the Red Devils, and has given some of the most outstanding saves of his career to the fans. However, this season hasn't really been in his gloves, as he now struggles in every aspect of goalkeeping. From missing out simple and obvious saves, to struggling defensively.

He currently battles his fellow national teammate and Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga for the number 1 spot as the goalkeeper of the Spanish national team. With the kind of performances the former Atletico Madrid star is delivering, he could soon be replaced by another goalie at Old Trafford.

#4 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang - Arsenal

Aubameyang isn't in his true form

Often considered as being one of the fastest football players ever to step foot on the pitch, Aubameyang gave Arsenal fans hope as soon as he arrived. Being one of the most celebrated goalscorers in the Bundesliga, the Gabonese International had a splendid career with the Borussia Dortmund side, gaining his nomination in the FIFA Ballon d'Or top 30 once upon a time.

Auba arrived at the Emirates in January 2018, for a fee of about £65 million. After scoring almost 10 goals last season, the former BVB starlet made sure he wasn't doubted. However, this season hasn't really been his breakout one, as with only one goal, Aubameyang keeps the struggle alive.

Though his goal against Cardiff City was a very important one, the Gabonese International's presence on the pitch isn't quite living up to expectations. With few to no touches on the ball, Auba is surely being a player who could soon see the face of the Arsenal bench.

#3 Alexis Sanchez - Manchester United

Can Alexis be Alexis again?

Another former Arsenal player who has been relatively silent in the games he has had this season, Alexis Sanchez has not been an asset for his side. With only two goals at Old Trafford, Sanchez isn't exactly what we saw at Barcelona or Arsenal.

Though his role under Jose Mourinho has been mostly about playmaking, Sanchez hasn't been able to capitalise in terms of taking his team to the topmost tier of the league table.

With Jose Mourinho having plenty of options for the winger position this season, Sanchez's ongoing form isn't quite what we had expected from the Chilean. Often regarded as one of the most hardworking forwards in the world, Sanchez's expertise has been questioned not only by the media, but also by the fans and the critics.

#2 Alvaro Morata - Chelsea

'Quiet' is all that Morata has been

Maurizio Sarri has brought many things to Stamford Bridge this season, be it the £57 million Italian holding midfielder, or his brand of possession-based football, Sarri is playing an important role with regards resurrecting the fallen Blues.

But most importantly, the former Napoli manager has had his interests and his beliefs put up in the Spaniard who struggled drastically last season. However, with 4 wins and a number 2 spot on the league table, Alvaro Morata on the contrary still lacks the goals.

The Spanish striker wasn't a part of the World Cup squad this year, but has been working extremely hard as a striker who was labeled 'overrated'. His work ethic hasn't really been the key for The Blues, as with only one goal this season, Morata cannot quite get the ball past the goalkeepers.

Having very limited time on the pitch, and quickly replaced by Oliver Giroud, his frustration is evident in the fact that he needs to perform even better in order to be recognised as a top scorer.

#1 Mesut Ozil - Arsenal

Despite a victory over Cardiff, Ozil's behavior hasn't changed

The rising star of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and of course the winner of the 2014 World Championship with Germany, Ozil is one of the only few attacking midfielders to have had a slow start this season.

Despite The Gunners' victory over Cardiff City quite recently, he has not been able to sort out his form. In simple words, his behavior continues to be the same. With an ongoing conflict with his manager, the former German International could soon leave the Emirates.

His play style and his character isn't something that we are used to. Being one of the best football players in the world, the 29-year-old is now looking forward to fixing his flaws and start anew.

With the Europa League being the target for Unai Emery, Ozil can play a very important role in grabbing the title. His expertise as a perfect number 10 could really help him get back to top form.