Erling Haaland of Manchester City
Outstanding Performance & Consistency
Haaland is currently top of the scoring charts in the 2025/26 Premier League season.
His goal-scoring record remains elite: he recently became the fastest player in Premier League history to reach 100 goal involvements (goals + assists) in fewer than 100 appearances.
According to a 2025 “top 50 players” ranking based on current form, importance to team, and overall output across all clubs, Haaland sits at or near the top showing he’s widely regarded as among the best currently active in England.
These numbers showcase not just a hot streak, but sustained excellence over time something many players struggle to maintain.
Impact on Matches & Team Success
Manchester City’s early-season results have been bolstered significantly by Haaland’s clinical finishing.
His presence changes how opponents defend; even when he doesn’t score, his movement, threat, and draw on defenders create space and chances for teammates increasing his “influence beyond goals.”
In a season where several clubs are competing aggressively, having a player with such consistent output gives his team a real competitive edge.
Recognition & Consensus
Several “power rankings” and pundit/analyst lists that evaluate “current form + importance + output” place Haaland at or near the top for 2025.
Among fans, fantasy football players, and neutral observers, there is growing consensus: when you talk “best striker in Premier League now,” Haaland’s name comes up first. The numbers back it up.
What “In Form” Means in 2025 And Why Haaland Embodies It
When I say “in form,” I don’t mean just a couple of good games. I mean:
High output (goals/assists) consistently over many matches.
Reliability under pressure, being the go to player even when the team is challenged.
Influence beyond raw stats: drawing defenders, creating space, inspiring teammates, shifting match dynamics.
Staying fit, available, and performing not just flashes of brilliance but solid production game in, game out.
By those criteria, Haaland stands out in 2025 more than almost any other player in the league.
A Few Notes / Why Others Might Make a Case Too
“In form” doesn’t guarantee “unbeatable forever.” Football is unpredictable; slumps, injuries or tactical changes can shift form fast.
While stats favour Haaland now, other players midfielders, defenders, creative attackers might offer different kinds of value (build up play, control, defense) that don’t always show up in goal tallies.
Form is also somewhat relative a player in a struggling team might shine individually but not attract the same global attention.
Still: for 2025, with what we’ve seen so far goals, consistency, influence Haaland makes a compelling case.
My Verdict
If I were to pick the most in-form Premier League player of 2025, I’d go with Erling Haaland. His numbers, output and influence are hard to argue with and they tell the story of a player in top gear, week after week.