Premier League Power Rankings: Sky Sports Unveils Top 25 Players for 2025/26 Season

Sky Sports has compiled its list of the Premier League’s top 25 players ahead of the 2025/26 season, highlighting stars like Mohamed Salah, Erling Haaland, and emerging talents. The ranking considers last season’s performances and the impact of new signings.

By Chris Posiano

August 14, 2025 at 11:15 PM

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football journalists and reporters have unveiled their latest assessment of the Premier League’s elite talent, compiling a top 25 list as the 2025/26 season approaches. The rankings reflect performances from the previous campaign, alongside the potential of high-profile transfers, offering insight into who could dominate the league this year.

The list kicks off with 25. Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal), who has emerged as a key forward for the Gunners, while 24. Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool) and 23. Phil Foden (Man City) showcase their midfield and attacking prowess. 22. Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea) and 21. Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa) round out the lower half of the rankings, with the latter gaining attention for his role in Villa’s resurgence.

As the list ascends, 17. Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool) and 16. Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace) highlight the growing influence of South American and African talents. 15. Martin Odegaard (Arsenal) and 14. William Saliba (Arsenal) underscore the Gunners’ defensive and midfield strength, while 13. Florian Wirtz (Liverpool) brings creativity to the Reds’ attack.

12. Alisson (Liverpool) remains a cornerstone of the Reds’ goalkeeping, and 11. Moises Caicedo (Brighton) continues to impress as a midfield enforcer. 10. Gabriel Magalhaes (Arsenal) earns praise for his defensive consistency and set-piece threat, solidifying Arsenal’s formidable backline.

At the summit, 1. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) is unsurprisingly crowned the top player, following a stellar campaign that propelled the Reds to Premier League success. 2. Erling Haaland (Man City) ranks second despite a season marked by both brilliance and controversy, with his goal-scoring record remaining unmatched. 3. Cole Palmer (Chelsea) rounds out the top three, celebrated for his flair and clutch performances in major tournaments.

Other notable mentions include 4. Rodri (Man City), whose absence last season highlighted his irreplaceable role, and 5. Alexander Isak (Newcastle), whose goal-scoring potential keeps him in the spotlight despite transfer uncertainty. 6. Declan Rice (Arsenal) and 7. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) exemplify the Gunners’ depth, while 8. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) stands as the league’s premier defender.