The race is once again on for a coveted Premier League Golden Boot, with established superstars being joined by big-money summer signings in a battle to be crowned the English top-flight’s leading goal scorer.
Erling Haaland and Darwin Nunez, fresh from moves to Manchester City and Liverpool respectively, are among those to have added their particular skill sets to a collection of world-class forwards that already includes the likes of Tottenham striker Harry Kane and Anfield talisman Mohamed Salah.
With nets set to bulge on a regular basis throughout the 2022-23 campaign, GOAL is on hand to monitor the exploits of the most prolific marksmen around.
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1Erling Haaland | Manchester City | 25 goals
A move to England for Erling Haaland always felt like being a matter of time, and Manchester City won that particular transfer lottery in 2022. The prolific Norwegian could be the bargain of the season at £51 million, with his track record suggesting that he will have rival defenders running scared.
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2Harry Kane | Tottenham | 17 goals
A man that already has three Golden Boots to his name, Tottenham frontman Harry Kane certainly knows his way to the back of the net. The England captain has a World Cup to think about this season, but he will not allow anything to distract him from the pursuit of more goals at club level.
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3Ivan Toney | Brentford | 14 goals
Having hit 33 goals when helping Brentford to promotion into the Premier League, Ivan Toney backed that return up with 14 efforts last season. The powerful Bees striker is a handful for any defender in the air and on the deck, while he is also more than useful at penalties.
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4Aleksandar Mitrovic | Fulham | 11 goals
Fulham No.9 Aleksandar Mitrovic re-wrote Football League history books last season when hitting 43 goals. His record at the very highest level has been questioned during previous stints in the Premier League, but the Serbia international is determined to silence any doubters.
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5Marcus Rashford | Manchester United | 11 goals
Marcus Rashford endured a disappointing season in 2021-22, with only five goals recorded in all competitions, and he is looking to rediscover a spark. Regular outings as a central striker for Manchester United should aid that cause.
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6Rodrigo | Leeds | 10 goals
Spain international Rodrigo is yet to repay the sizeable show of faith made in him by Leeds, with only 13 goals recorded across two seasons at Elland Road. He is, however, a capable marksman and his work rate often helps others to flourish around him.
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7Miguel Almiron | Newcastle | 10 goals
Paraguyan attacker Miguel Almiron has undergone a renaissance since Eddie Howe was appointed last season. He has become an importnat part of the Newcastle side that has only lost one game so far this season, as well as making a mockery of Jack Grealish’s derogatory jibe in Man City’s title celebrations last term.
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8Martin Odegaard | Arsenal | 8 goals
Martin Odegaard has taken on the captaincy at Arsenal in 2022-23, with a midfielder that already occupies the armband with Norway now an on-field leader for club and country. He will be looking to lead by example for the Gunners, with a goal threat posed from late runs into the box, long-range strikes and set-pieces.
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9James Maddison | Leicester | 8 goals
James Maddison appears to have slipped down the playmaking pecking order for England, but the Leicester talisman could still force his way into that picture before the 2022 World Cup. He remains a key man for the Foxes due to his passing ability and skill over set-pieces.
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10Leandro Trossard | Brighton/Arsenal | 8 goals
Belgian forward Leandro Trossard has been a consistent performer for Brighton across his time in England. He can always be relied upon to chip in with a useful tally of goals.
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11Bukayo Saka | Arsenal | 7 goals
Bukaryo Saka seems to be hitting form in front of goal now. The England international has four goals and four assists to his name after 10 Premier League games.
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12Phil Foden | Manchester City | 7 goals
Manchester City star Phil Foden appeared in 28 Premier League matches last season where he scored three goals. The English international will hope to better his goal-scoring record this time around.
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13Mohamed Salah | Liverpool | 7 goals
Liverpool superstar Mohamed Salah secured himself a third Golden Boot last season – a second that has been shared with others – and more of the same is expected from him this term. With a new contract under his belt, the Egyptian forward appears set to remain the King of Anfield.
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14Gabriel Martinelli | Arsenal | 7 goals
Gabriel Martinelli has been patiently waiting on an opportunity to prove his worth at Arsenal after bursting onto the scene back in 2019-20. The Brazil international boasts quick feet and a keen eye for goal that should stand him in good stead now that regular game time is being enjoyed.
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15Roberto Firmino | Liverpool | 7 goals
After Sadio Mane’s departure in the summer of 2022, Roberto Firmino – along with Mohamed Salah – will have to shoulder the responsibility of taking Liverpool forward this season. He is accustomed to doing just that and has reached 100 goals for the Reds.
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16Harvey Barnes | Leicester | 7 goals
Amidst Leicester City’s dismal start to the season, winger Harvey Barnes has been a bright spot. Barnes has started the season on top form and will look to improve his performances from the previous two seasons. Leicester will be hoping Barnes remains injury-free and consistent to get them out of their current rut.
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17Callum Wilson | Newcastle | 7 goals
Staying fit has proved to be an issue for Newcastle striker Callum Wilson, but there is no doubting his finishing ability when fully firing. The Magpies will be desperate to see him steer clear of the treatment table this season as they look to deliver on the ambition of wealthy owners.
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18Wilfried Zaha | Crystal Palace | 6 goals
Wilfried Zaha remains the go-to man for Crystal Palace when they are in need of attacking inspiration. The Ivory Coast international winger is integral to the Eagles’ plans due to his creativity and ability to provide assists, but he also knows his way to the back of the net.
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19Pascal Gross | Brighton and Hove Albion | 6 goals
German midfielder Pascal Gross has been a model of consistency for Brighton across his five seasons with the Seagulls. His ability has never been in question, with admiring glances attracted from afar, but he will feel that more goals can be added to his game.
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20Danny Ings | Aston Villa/West Ham | 6 goals
Ings, 30, has a slow burner start to his Aston Villa career owing to niggling injuries and lack of form, with only 7 Premier League goals last season. He has had a difficult start to ongoing season, but he is steadily coming back at his predatory best and back among the goals. There are few better inside the box.
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21Gabriel Jesus | Arsenal | 5 goals
Gabriel Jesus collected four Premier League titles across five-and-a-half years at Manchester City, with Arsenal acquiring themselves a proven winner. The Brazil international is expected to flourish when being allowed to fill a favoured No.9 role on a regular basis.
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22Daniel Podence | Wolves | 5 goals
Wolves may be in relegation form, yet Podence is at his goal-scoring best and could easily register a tally which is better than all three of his previous campaigns combined.
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23Darwin Nunez | Liverpool | 5 goals
Liverpool’s big money signing hasn’t hit the ground running but has seemed threatening every time he is on the pitch. He is currently on three goals for the season, and getting up to speed. The Uruguayan recorded the fastest top speed in the Premier League this season, 36.5 km/h against Fulham.
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24Alexis Mac Allister | Brighton | 5 goals
Alexis Mac Allister is not the most talked about Premier League midfielder, but there is plenty to like about the diminutive Argentine with Scottish and Irish heritage. Technical sound with an eye for a pass, he will be key if Brighton are to build on their successful 2021-22 season this time out.
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25James Ward-Prowse | Southampton | 5 goals
The Premier League’s free-kick maestro looks to once again lead from the front and help Southampton out of their rut this season, while also beating his personal best of 10 goals from last campaign.
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26Kai Havertz | Chelsea | 5 goals
Havertz will be looking to cement his place as Chelsea’s leading marksman this season after not performing up to expectations in his last two campaigns. He is currently their league top-scorer and will be looking to improve his tally further.
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27Bruno Fernandes | Manchester United | 5 goals
Fernandes seems to be getting back to his best self after the restart, and will be pivotal as Erik ten Hag’s men look to enter the title race.
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28Ollie Watkins | Aston Villa | 5 goals
After an underwhelming start to the season, Watkins is again showing how talented he is under new manager Unai Emery.
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29Bryan Mbeumo | Brentford | 5 goals
Mbeumo has been an integral part of Brentford’s rise to the top of the English game since joining from Troyes in 2019. A strong runner, his buzzing movement, turn of speed, and ability to fire in power shots off his left peg perfectly complements Toney’s predatory penalty-box style. The strike-duo’s incredible chemistry has been a major source of goals for the Bees’ in the last couple of seasons.
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30Solly March | Brighton | 5 goals
Never known for his goal-scoring abilities, under Roberto De Zerbi, March has shown a new side to him and has been clinical since the restart.
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31Rúben Neves | Wolves | 5 goals
Neves has been Wolves’ best player perhaps this season and despite their torrid perform, has justified why big clubs in England and elsewhere want to sign him.
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32Kaoru Mitoma | Brighton and Hove Albion| 5 goals
Kaoru Mitoma has been a star for the Seagulls this summer operating under Roberto De Zerbi. The Japanese international has proved to be a handful for defenders scoring goals and creating numerous chances for Brighton.
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