Top 5 attackers in the Italian Serie A right now

Modified Nov 23, 2018 06:55 GMT

#4 Dries Mertens

Another superstar who also deserves immense recognition for his incredible displays in front of goal right now is Napoli striker, Dries Mertens.

The Belgian International finished the previous campaign with an impressive 18 goals and 6 assists to his name in 38 Serie A appearances, and he has also emerged as one of the deadliest finishers in the division so far this term - courtesy of his brilliant start to the campaign.

There is no doubt Mertens is in the form of his life at the moment, and that is quite evident if you take a closer look at his record in front of goal this season, it has seen him notch 7 incredible efforts and 4 brilliant assists for Napoli in 12 appearances so far in the Italian top flight.

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