10. Lille, Canada’s Jonathan David 🌨🇦
Jonathan David, who has been one of Ligue 1’s most consistent goal scorers in recent years, is still in high demand as his Lille contract expires this summer. The Canadian forward has scored ten goals or more in each of his five Ligue 1 seasons with Lille, totalling 104 goals.
With 20 goals so far this season, David is once again one of Europe’s top forwards. His ability to time runs, link with teammates, and finish with both feet has made him a top target for Europe’s best teams.
Barcelona is reportedly winning the race to sign him after protracted negotiations. David himself has expressed his admiration for the group, stating:
“It’s a dream to play for a team after growing up cheering for one.”
His accomplishments have undoubtedly made him one of the best attackers in the world at the moment, regardless of whether he is transferred to Camp Nou.
Nine Chris Wood (New Zealand’s Nottingham Forest) 🌳🌿
Chris Wood is one of the few players this season who has surpassed expectations. With 14 goals in 22 Premier League appearances, the 33-year-old New Zealand international has been in incredible form for Nottingham Forest, helping the team maintain an unlikely top-four challenge.
Wood moved permanently after first joining on loan from Newcastle United in January 2023. He’s only been with the team for a little more than two years, but already he’s surpassed Bryan Roy’s Premier League record.
His impact has increased even further under manager Nuno Espírito Santo, who took over in December 2023. The fact that Wood has scored 25 of his 29 goals for Nottingham Forest since Nuno’s arrival shows how effective the tactical scheme has been for the seasoned forward.
8. Atlético Madrid, Argentina’s Julián Alvarez 🌦🇷
After largely serving as Erling Haaland’s backup at Manchester City, Julián Álvarez moved to Atletico Madrid, where he has now been given the opportunity to shine as a first-choice striker. The Argentine forward, who has scored 16 goals this season and is crucial to Atletico’s attack, is making the most of his increased playing time.
Atletico Madrid, currently ranked second in La Liga, has benefited from Álvarez’s deadly finishing, pressing strength, and rapid mobility. His collaboration with Antoine Griezmann has been particularly fruitful because the two forwards mesh nicely with Diego Simeone’s approach.
7. Borussia Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy (Guinea)🌬🇳
One of the most underappreciated strikers in international football, Serhou Guirassy, has performed admirably this season. While playing for Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga, he does not receive the same level of attention as players from bigger clubs, but his abilities are self-evident.
The Guinean international has been quite consistent, tallying 18 goals in 26 appearances and dishing out three assists. His ability to find space in the area and finish clinically makes him one of Germany’s most dangerous strikers.
Despite strong opposition, Guirassy has shown himself, scoring in the Champions League group stage against elite teams like Barcelona. Despite Borussia Dortmund’s defeat in the match, Guirassy shown that he is one of the best in Europe.
Kylian Mbappé🌫🇷 France’s Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappé has been regarded as one of the best forwards in the world for a long time, and his performance this season further confirms this belief. Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti recently called him:
“The best striker on the planet,”
highlighting his ability to outplay opponents and thrive in key areas.
Throughout his career, Mbappé has primarily played as a left winger, but this season, he has flourished when used more centrally. His speed, dribbling, and lethal finishing make him a threat to opponents.
The captain of France has scored 15 goals in 20 appearances so far this season, placing him just behind Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski as one of La Liga’s top scorers. Mbappé will be crucial to Real Madrid’s success as they aim for both domestic and international trophies.
This version maintains your organisation, comprehensive statistics, and professional tone while reversing the ranks as requested. If more adjustments are required, let me know.
5. Harry Kane (England, Bayern Munich)esome
Harry Kane has long been regarded as one of the greatest attackers of all time, and his move to Bayern Munich only serves to support that opinion. The England captain quickly adapted to life in the Bundesliga after scoring 31 goals in his debut season.
Kane is one of the most versatile strikers in international football because he can score from within the box, long-range shots, and even free kicks. However, throughout his career, the only criticism levelled at him has been his lack of cutlery. Unbelievably, Kane’s pursuit of a major club prize would continue after Bayern Munich finished third in the Bundesliga the previous season.
Things are looking better this season, with Kane once again controlling the scoring statistics and Bayern sitting ten points clear at the top of the league. Kane might finally silence the detractors who are judging him primarily on his trophy cabinet if Bayern wins the Bundesliga and has a successful Champions League campaign.
4. Sweden’s Viktor Gyökeres 🇸🇪 Sporting CP
Viktor Gyökeres has taken over the football scene in Europe. After joining Sporting CP from Coventry City, he quickly adapted to the Portuguese level and became one of its top players. His muscular presence and accurate finishing ability make him one of Europe’s best goal scorers.
Gyökeres is presently in the lead for the European Golden Boot with 22 goals and three assists in 18 Liga Portugal games this season, including six in the Champions League and six in domestic cup tournaments. His performances in European competitions, particularly a hat-trick against Manchester City that put him on the biggest stage, have been very impressive. He will undoubtedly end up in one of the top five leagues in Europe if he continues at this rate.
3. Sweden’s Alexander Isak🌸🇪 Newcastle United
Since joining Newcastle United, Alexander Isak has drawn comparisons to Thierry Henry, and with good reason. The Swedish forward is a unique combination of speed, agility, and poise in front of goal. His ability to open his body for precise finishes reminds me of the great Arsenal player, and his tall frame allows him to easily pass opponents.
By scoring 19 goals so far this season, Isak has restored Newcastle’s faith in him. He is a constant threat on the pitch because of his self-assurance and confidence, whether he is leading the line or playing off another striker. If he continues on this direction, he might rank among the game’s most complete forwards.
2. Manchester City, Norway’s Erling Haaland🌻�🇴
Erling Haaland is one of the few football players in history to combine instinctive goal-scoring ability with unadulterated agility. The Norwegian attacker, who stands 1.94 meters (6’5″), is a terrifying presence in the penalty area thanks to his lightning-fast speed.
Haaland has continued to play brilliantly in the Premier League, scoring 25 goals so far this season despite Manchester City’s sporadic setbacks. He may not have the same all-around playability as other elite attackers, but his finishing is unmatched. With a goal-per-game ratio that rivals the best in the league, he is still the most prolific scorer in world football despite his young age.
1. Robert Lewandowski, a Polish player from Barcelona 🌵
Robert Lewandowski boldly moved to La Liga after dominating the Bundesliga for eleven years. He continues to be one of Europe’s top shooters in spite of Barcelona’s inconsistent play. The Polish attacker embodies the greatest traits of a modern center-forward, including vicious finishing, aerial dominance, and clever movement.
Even while Lewansky lacks Kylian Mbappé’s explosiveness and Erling Haaland’s physical prowess, his effectiveness in front of goal is unparalleled. He finished the 2023–2024 season with 26 goals across all competitions, having already scored 30 goals this season. His ability to find space in tight areas and finish with both feet makes him a challenge for defenders.
Many believe that because the 2020 Ballon d’Or was cancelled because to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lewandowski was unjustly denied the honour. If it weren’t for that, he would have added football’s most prestigious individual award to his trophy-filled career.
