Top 10 Premier League Strikers to Watch in 2025/26: Established Stars and Exciting New Signings

The Premier League is a striker’s playground, where clinical finishing, raw power, and creative flair light up the pitch. As we dive into the 2025/26 season, the landscape is electric with proven goal-scorers from 2024/25 and blockbuster new signings ready to make their mark. From Newcastle’s lethal talisman to Arsenal’s record-breaking arrival, here’s our definitive ranking of the top ten strikers in the Premier League, blending last season’s stats with the potential of fresh faces. Let’s break it down!

1. Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)

2024/25 Stats: 23 goals, 6 assists in 38 games
Why He’s Top: Isak is the complete package—clinical, two-footed, and tactically brilliant. His 29 goal involvements in 2024/25 powered Newcastle to new heights, silencing doubters about his price tag. Whether it’s a curling finish or a clever run, Isak’s magic makes him the league’s best striker.
What to Watch: Can he maintain his dominance with new challengers arriving?

2. Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal, New Signing)

2024/25 Stats (Sporting Lisbon): 54 goals in 52 games
Transfer: £64M from Sporting Lisbon
Why He’s Here: Arsenal’s splashy signing is a goal-scoring juggernaut. Gyökeres’ 97 goals in 102 matches for Sporting scream “Premier League ready.” His blend of strength, speed, and finishing could be the key to Mikel Arteta’s title chase. Unproven in England? Sure. But his numbers don’t lie.
What to Watch: How quickly will he adapt to the Premier League’s intensity?

3. Erling Haaland (Manchester City)

2024/25 Stats: 22 goals, 3 assists in 31 games
Why He’s Here: Haaland is a goal-scoring cyborg, even if injuries slightly dimmed his 2024/25 shine. His 56% shot accuracy and 6.37 touches per 90 in the box make him a nightmare for defenders. With Pep’s system behind him, he’s still a Golden Boot contender.
What to Watch: Can he reclaim his untouchable form?

4. Benjamin Šeško (Manchester United, New Signing)

2024/25 Stats (RB Leipzig): ~20 goals (estimated)
Transfer: £73.7M from RB Leipzig
Why He’s Here: At 22, Šeško is United’s shiny new toy. His towering frame, blistering pace, and natural finishing fit Ruben Amorim’s vision perfectly. The £73.7M price tag reflects sky-high expectations for a striker who could redefine United’s attack.
What to Watch: Will he handle the pressure of Old Trafford?

5. Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest)

2024/25 Stats: 20 goals, 3 assists in 36 games
Why He’s Here: At 33, Wood turned back the clock with a career-best season, bagging 20 goals, including a hat-trick against Brighton. His aerial dominance and poacher’s instincts helped Forest secure European football. Can he keep it up? That’s the question.
What to Watch: Is this a fluke, or has Wood found a new gear?

6. Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)

2024/25 Stats: 16 goals, 8 assists in 38 games
Why He’s Here: Watkins is the modern forward’s blueprint—dynamic, selfless, and lethal. His 24 goal involvements under Unai Emery fueled Villa’s top-five finish and FA Cup run. He’s not the flashiest, but his consistency is gold.
What to Watch: Can he push for 20+ goals this season?

7. Hugo Ekitiké (Liverpool, New Signing)

2024/25 Stats (Eintracht Frankfurt): ~15 goals (estimated)
Transfer: £79M from Eintracht Frankfurt
Why He’s Here: Liverpool’s big-money signing brings versatility and flair. Ekitiké’s Community Shield goal hints at a seamless fit in Arne Slot’s system. His playmaking and finishing make him a dark horse to challenge the top dogs.
What to Watch: Can he live up to his £79M price tag?

8. Yoane Wissa (Brentford)

2024/25 Stats: 19 goals, 5 assists
Why He’s Here: Wissa stepped out of Ivan Toney’s shadow with a dazzling 2024/25, scoring 19 goals, including a stunning bicycle kick against Chelsea. His dribbling and flair make him Brentford’s go-to man, especially with Mbeumo’s departure.
What to Watch: Can he carry Brentford’s attack single-handedly?

9. Matheus Cunha (Manchester United, New Signing)

2024/25 Stats (Wolves): 15 goals, 6 assists
Transfer: £62.5M from Wolves
Why He’s Here: Cunha’s move to United is a dream fit for Amorim’s “wide 10” role. His creativity, dribbling, and 21 goal involvements at Wolves in 2024/25 show his potential. United’s spotty transfer history adds some risk, but Cunha’s talent is undeniable.
What to Watch: Will he gel with Šeško in United’s revamped attack?

10. Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)

2024/25 Stats: 14 goals, 2 assists in 30 games
Why He’s Here: Mateta’s 14 goals and FA Cup heroics were pivotal for Palace. His aerial strength and hold-up play make him a reliable focal point, though new signings like Gyökeres and Šeško push him down the list.
What to Watch: Can he maintain his form in a competitive field?

Why This List Matters

The Premier League’s striker pool is a thrilling mix of proven stars and explosive new talent. Isak and Haaland set the bar, but signings like Gyökeres, Šeško, Ekitiké, and Cunha signal a shift toward versatile, high-octane forwards. The 2025/26 season promises fireworks, with these strikers vying for goals, glory, and the Golden Boot.