Top 10 Best Mid-fielders in the Premier League right now [2024

1. Rodri (Manchester City)

One of two Manchester City players at the top of this list, Rodri has barely been out of the side since his switch to the Etihad Stadium from Atletico Madrid in 2019, and despite a recent ACL injury curving his progress, he’s still perhaps the most influential player in the league right now. Pep Guardiola’s side had long been looking for Fernandinho’s long-term replacement, and they found their man in the Spain international. Playing in a Diego Simeone team was perhaps the perfect preparation for the physicality of the Premier League, and Rodri has seldom if ever, looked out of place.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	2
Goals	0
Assists	0

2. Martin Odegaard (Arsenal)

For years, it seemed as if Martin Odegaard would fail to deliver on the early promise that saw him become Real Madrid’s youngest-ever player and a goalscorer in the Norwegian top flight at the age of just 15. However, strong loan spells at Heerenveen and Real Sociedad gave him a platform to showcase his ability, and Arsenal moved to sign him permanently after a short stint on loan for the second part of the 2020/21 season.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	5
Goals	0
Assists	2

03. Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)

Manchester City attacking midfielder Kevin De Bruyne during a pre-match warm-up

Kevin De Bruyne would probably have topped this list at any time across the past decade, such has been his influence and consistency for City, but he settles for a silver medal on this list. The Belgian has a knack for casting a spell on supporters and, indeed, opposition defences when he is in possession. Undoubtedly the best Belgian player in Premier League history, De Bruyne has left City fans with so many memorable moments during his time at the Etihad Stadium.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	6
Goals	1
Assists	1

4. Declan Rice (Arsenal)

It is sometimes easy to forget that Declan Rice is just 25 years of age, given the leadership and authority he displays on the field. Without him, West Ham United would probably not have been a European outfit. After making his debut in east London, he became a key player for his side and is unsurprisingly included in their greatest-ever academy XI. He has always been blessed with strength and a strong understanding of the game, but his clear improvement in possession is the result of hard work and dedication.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	10
Goals	0
Assists	1

5. Bernardo Silva (Manchester City)

Pep Guardiola’s man for the big occasion, Bernardo Silva, is one of the integral cogs in Manchester City’s winning machine and, despite not getting the plaudits he deserves, the magician is, easily, one of the most technically gifted players currently plying their trade in the English top division. Blessed with an uncanny velcro touch and unrivalled stamina, the Portuguese scamp can slot into any position across the middle third of the pitch without any qualms.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	12
Goals	0
Assists	3

06. Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool)

Alexis Mac Allister has sprung into life and has come into his own on the red half of Merseyside. He has rapidly adapted to Liverpool’s style of play seamlessly after transferring over from Brighton & Hove Albion – despite often being utilised in unfamiliar territory: the number six role. Screening the defence was not part of the Argentine’s duties on the south coast, with him more likened to their creative hub, but that has changed since his well-earned move following Argentina’s World Cup triumph.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	11
Goals	0
Assists	0

07. Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

Few midfielders have joined the Premier League and made the impact that Bruno Fernandes has at Manchester United. The Portuguese star, who moved to Old Trafford in January 2020, has been a major success for the Red Devils, providing a bucket load of both goals and assists, while remaining their creator-in-chief at all times. His first full season in the Premier League saw the midfielder score 18 goals and bag 11 assists from the middle of the park.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	11
Goals	2
Assists	3

08. Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool)

After enduring a tricky latter half of the 2023/24 season under old chief Jurgen Klopp, Ryan Gravenberch has been sensational under Arne Slot this term. The Dutchman wasn’t expected to be a regular starter but has slotted into the number six role alongside Mac Allister perfectly.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	11
Goals	0
Assists	0

09. Moises Caicedo (Chelsea FC)

Moises Caicedo was on the receiving end of plenty of criticism during his debut season in Chelsea colours. As the most expensive signing in the league’s history, there were huge expectations placed on his young shoulders to tighten up a leaky Blues midfield instantly.

2024/25 Premier League Performance
Appearances	12
Goals	1
Assists	2

10. James Maddison (Tottenham Hotspur)

Leicester City struggled throughout the 2022/23 season and eventually met their fate with relegation, but James Maddison was a bright spark throughout. His red-hot run of form piqued the interest of Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur, who quickly swooped in and captured the England international during the summer of 2023 and neither party have looked back since.