The Best Right Wingers in EPL Now delivered moments of magic, dazzling dribbles, crosses, through-balls, and decisive contributions that lit up the 2024-25 season.

From emerging talents making their presence felt to world-class superstars maintaining their dominance, the right flank was home to some of the league’s most exciting football.

So, who truly stood out? Here’s our ranked list of the Best Right Wingers in EPL Now, starting with the least popular names and building up to the biggest stars.

9. Amad Diallo (Manchester United)
8. Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest)
7. Noni Madueke (Chelsea)
6. Pedro Neto (Wolves)
5. Mohammed Kudus (West Ham United)
4. Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford)
3. Phil Foden (Manchester City)
2. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
1. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)

In the sections that follow, we break down how each of these players performed across key metrics – including goal scoring, creativity, passing accuracy, and ball progression – to determine who truly earned their place among the EPL’s elite right wingers.

Non-Penalty Goals per 90 (2024–2025)

Scoring goals is the ultimate currency for wingers, but raw goal numbers can be misleading. Penalties often inflate stats, giving a false impression of who’s truly lethal in open play. That’s why non-penalty goals per 90 is the fairer battleground—it shows who really delivers when it matters.

Player	Club	Non-Penalty Goals per 90
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	0.53
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	0.40
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	0.38
Phil Foden	Manchester City	0.35
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	0.31
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	0.26
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	0.22
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	0.17
Pedro Neto	Wolves	0.16

Battle Analysis

At the top of the scoring chart, Mohamed Salah remains the king of efficiency, with a ruthless 0.53 non-penalty goals per 90— he’s still the benchmark for Premier League wingers.

Bryan Mbeumo, who’s closing in on a blockbuster move to Manchester United, wasn’t far behind at 0.40. If his transfer goes through, expect a fierce battle for starting minutes with Amad Diallo (0.38)—two explosive wide-men fighting for the same territory at Old Trafford.

Further down the list, Pedro Neto (0.16) and Mohammed Kudus (0.17) were the only players below the 0.2 mark. Kudus’ move to Tottenham for £55 million will demand a sharp improvement in finishing if he’s to justify that price tag.

Conversion %

Creating chances is one thing, but converting them into goals is what truly separates elite finishers from wasteful ones. Conversion rate measures how clinical a winger is with the opportunities they get—who needed the fewest chances to score?

Player	Club	Conversion (%)
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	31.25%
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	29.63%
Phil Foden	Manchester City	19.44%
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	16.22%
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	14.63%
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	12.28%
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	12.00%
Pedro Neto	Wolves (→ Chelsea)	12.12%
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	10.87%

Battle Analysis

Bryan Mbeumo emerged as the deadliest finisher, converting an impressive 31.25% of his chances—the only winger in this comparison to finish more than a third of his opportunities. If he joins Manchester United, his numbers could soar further in a team that dominates possession and creates more frequent scoring chances.

Close behind was Amad Diallo (29.63%), setting up a potential mouthwatering head-to-head battle with Mbeumo for United’s right-wing position. This kind of competition could push both to even greater heights.

The rest of the group lagged behind, with Phil Foden (19.44%) and Anthony Elanga (16.22%) barely approaching the 20% mark. Surprisingly, Mohamed Salah, last season’s Golden Boot winner, finished with just 12.0%. – this shows he relied on his sheer volume of attempts rather than clinical finishing (provided it works for his team though, no problem).

Assists per 90

A winger who doesn’t score can still win games by creating them—and the very best turn passing into an art form. So, who was the deadliest creator among these top wide-men?

Player	Club	Assists per 90
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	0.52
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	0.48
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	0.40
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	0.28
Pedro Neto	Wolves	0.24
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	0.18
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	0.13
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	0.10
Phil Foden	Manchester City	0.10

Battle Analysis

Bukayo Saka was the undisputed creative king, registering 0.52 assists per 90, while Mohamed Salah (0.48) wasn’t far behind—both proving instrumental in the Arsenal vs Liverpool title race. Anthony Elanga (0.40) also impressed, showing his value extends beyond just scoring.

At the bottom, Mohammed Kudus and Phil Foden managed just 0.10 assists per 90, a surprisingly poor return especially for the Manchester City man. For Foden, it’s could be reminder that his brilliance often lies in finishing moves rather than creating them.

Chances Created per 90

A top winger isn’t just a scorer—they’re also expected to create goal-scoring opportunities for teammates. Creativity from wide areas can often be the difference between unlocking a stubborn defense and a frustrating 0–0 stalemate. So, who was the most creative winger last season?

Player	Club	Chances Created per 90
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	3.0
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	2.3
Phil Foden	Manchester City	2.2
Pedro Neto	Wolves (→ Chelsea)	1.9
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	1.9
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	1.8
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	1.6
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	1.4
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	1.1

Battle Analysis

Bukayo Saka was by far the most creative winger, averaging 3.0 chances created per 90—a level of output that partly explains why so many Arsenal fans are crying out for a clinical No.9 to finish off his supply.

Amad Diallo (2.3) continued to impress as Manchester United’s creative spark, while Phil Foden (2.2) quietly played an important creative role for Manchester City despite being better known for his finishing and passing accuracy – showing he is also smart when it comes to reading the game and knowing where to place his passes.

The rest of the group struggled to hit elite creative numbers, with Pedro Neto (1.9) and Bryan Mbeumo (1.9) the best of the rest. Mohammed Kudus (1.1) was the least creative of the bunch.

Shot Accuracy (%)

There’s nothing more electrifying than watching a winger cut inside, send a defender spinning into no-man’s land, and curl a shot into the top corner. But before the net bulges, accuracy is king—every shot must first test the goalkeeper.

Player	Club	Shot Accuracy (%)
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	54.5%
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	43.0%
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	41.3%
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	37.5%
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	36.2%
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	33.3%
Phil Foden	Manchester City	29.6%
Pedro Neto	Wolves	28.8%
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	28.0%

Battle Analysis

Anthony Elanga reigned supreme with a sharp 54.5% shot accuracy, proving why Newcastle United spent big to secure him from Nottingham Forest. Bryan Mbeumo (43.0%) also showed why Manchester United are circling for his signature, while Mohamed Salah (41.3%) continued his typical world-class consistency—no surprises there.

At the other end, Pedro Neto (28.8%) and Mohammed Kudus (28.0%) were the least clinical, wasting far too many chances. Phil Foden (29.6%), despite his genius with the ball, also misfired too often, showing that flair doesn’t always translate to precision.

Successful Take-Ons per 90

When wingers take on defenders, they don’t just entertain—they break lines, create chaos, and force teams onto the back foot. A successful take-on is a measure of confidence, technical skill, and the ability to drive the ball into dangerous spaces. So, who ruled the art of beating defenders last season?

Player	Club	Successful Take-Ons per 90
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	3.20
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	2.13
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	1.99
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	1.94
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	1.55
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	1.37
Pedro Neto	Wolves	1.35
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	0.90
Phil Foden	Manchester City	0.71

Battle Analysis

Mohammed Kudus dominated this category, averaging a staggering 3.20 successful take-ons per 90—a weapon Tottenham Hotspur will rely on to unlock stubborn defenses next season. Bukayo Saka (2.13) wasn’t far behind, proving once again why he’s among the most feared wingers in world football.

Noni Madueke (1.99) and Amad Diallo (1.94) also stood out, with Madueke holding a unique bragging right—no Chelsea player has completed more take-ons in the Premier League since his debut.

At the other end, Phil Foden’s 0.71 was shockingly low for a player of his technical brilliance – probably his impact lies more in quick passing combinations than 1v1 duels.

Through Balls per 90

Through-balls are the sign of a truly intelligent winger—vision, timing, and chemistry with teammates all wrapped in one decisive pass. They slice through defensive lines and create high-quality chances in the danger zone. So, which winger was the master of threading the needle last season?

Player	Club	Through Balls per 90
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	0.51
Phil Foden	Manchester City	0.35
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	0.34
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	0.21
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	0.14
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	0.11
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	0.07
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	0.04
Pedro Neto	Wolves	0.00

Battle Analysis

Mohamed Salah once again proved why he’s more than just a scorer, topping this creativity metric with 0.51 through-balls per 90—a passing masterclass from Liverpool’s talisman. Phil Foden (0.35) came second, proving that while he may not dominate take-ons, he’s a constant threat in the final third with his incisive passing.

Bryan Mbeumo (0.34) also impressed, adding to the growing list of reasons Manchester United are desperate to sign him, while Bukayo Saka (0.21) showed he’s also capable of playing one-twos with teammates and threading killer passes.

At the bottom, Pedro Neto (0.00) and Noni Madueke (0.04) offered little creativity through central spaces, highlighting a clear area for improvement if they want to reach elite levels.

Crosses per 90

When a winger can’t slice through defenses with take-ons or through-balls, a perfectly delivered cross can be just as deadly. Quality crossing remains one of the purest weapons in unlocking tight defenses and creating goal-scoring chances. So, who dominated this old-school art?

Player	Club	Crosses per 90
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	6.66
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	6.09
Pedro Neto	Wolves	5.91
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	5.33
Phil Foden	Manchester City	4.05
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	2.81
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	2.79
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	2.11
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	1.99

Battle Analysis

Anthony Elanga topped this metric with a whopping 6.66 crosses per 90, showing why he’s one of the Premier League’s most relentless and highly-rated wingers.

Bukayo Saka (6.09) wasn’t far behind, showcasing how much of Arsenal’s creativity flows through him and consequetly why he is one of the best chance creators in Europe.

Pedro Neto (5.91) reminded everyone why Chelsea paid heavily to prise him away from Wolves—his delivery from wide areas remains one of his strongest weapons.

On the other end, Amad Diallo (1.99), Mohamed Salah (2.11), and Mohammed Kudus (2.81) ranked lowest. For Salah, it’s no surprise—his threat lies in cutting inside and finishing rather than hugging the touchline.

Kudus also seems to drift more centrally when driving the ball forward but if he is to play on the wings, improving his crossing will be crucial if he’s to thrive at Tottenham new boss Thomas Frank.

Progressive Carrying Distance per 90 (Yards)

Dribbling isn’t just about beating a man; progressive carries measure how far a winger can drive the ball towards the opponent’s goal while keeping control of the ball, to not only break defensive lines but also relieve pressure from the back. So, who covered the most ground with the ball at their feet last season?

Player	Club	Progressive Carrying Distance (Yards per 90)
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	154.28
Pedro Neto	Wolves (→ Chelsea)	132.56
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	130.19
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	128.05
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	98.65
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	92.77
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	91.55
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	90.80
Phil Foden	Manchester City	90.25

Battle Analysis

Noni Madueke reigned supreme, driving the ball forward an impressive 154.28 yards per 90—justifying why Arsenal splashed £48 million to sign him from Chelsea.

Pedro Neto (132.56) followed closely, proving why Chelsea were also willing to spend big to lure him from Wolves, while Amad Diallo (130.19) rounded out the top three as Manchester United’s most progressive winger.

Bukayo Saka (128.05) also excelled, setting up an intriguing showdown with new Arsenal signing Madueke—two young, left-footed right-wingers capable of relentlessly carrying the ball towards goal.

At the other end, Phil Foden (90.25) once again struggled—his poor take-on stats mirrored his limited progressive carrying. Mohammed Kudus (90.80), Bryan Mbeumo (92.77), and Anthony Elanga (91.55) weren’t much better, and highlighting that if Bryan Mbeumo wants to shine at Tottenham, he may need to significantly improve in this department to match Manchester United’s Amad Diallo.

Passing Accuracy (%)

Passing may not grab headlines like goals or dribbles, but accurate ball circulation is the backbone of every successful attack and if a player cannot carry the ball forward, then accurate passing ability will be key. So, which winger kept the ball moving with precision, and who was most wasteful in possession?

Player	Club	Passing Accuracy (%)
Phil Foden	Manchester City	84.1%
Amad Diallo	Manchester United	83.8%
Mohammed Kudus	West Ham (→ Tottenham)	83.6%
Pedro Neto	Wolves (→ Chelsea)	78.4%
Noni Madueke	Chelsea	77.4%
Bukayo Saka	Arsenal	75.5%
Mohamed Salah	Liverpool	70.6%
Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford (→ Man United?)	66.1%
Anthony Elanga	Nottingham Forest	65.3%

Battle Analysis

Phil Foden topped the passing charts with an elite 84.1% accuracy, showing that while he struggles in take-ons and progressive carries, his real strength lies in quick, precise distribution in tight spaces—a good fit for Manchester City’s possession-heavy style.

Amad Diallo (83.8%) and Tottenham’s new signing Mohammed Kudus (83.6%) weren’t far behind, proving they’re reliable when recycling possession and progressing attacks through sharp passes.

Among the mid-tier performers, Pedro Neto (78.4%), Noni Madueke (77.4%), and Bukayo Saka (75.5%) all cleared the 75% mark.

At the bottom, Bryan Mbeumo (66.1%) and Anthony Elanga (65.3%) were the sloppiest in possession. If Mbeumo does complete his move to Manchester United, he’ll need to raise his level considerably to compete with Diallo’s superior ball retention.

Conclusion

It’s impossible to crown the “best” right-winger based on a single metric—each player has unique strengths and weaknesses that suit different tactical systems. The key is understanding a player’s profile and using him where he thrives most.

Take Mohamed Salah, for instance: despite having one of the lowest conversion rates, he registered the highest non-penalty goals, showing his incredible consistency in getting into scoring positions.

Phil Foden, on the other hand, struggles in progressive carrying and 1v1 duels, yet his passing accuracy and creativity—both long and short—is immaculate, making him a perfect fit for Manchester City’s possession-heavy style.

Ultimately, this comparison isn’t about who is outright “best” but about matching each winger’s strengths to the right system—and when used correctly, every one of these players can be a game-changer.