Who is the best midfielder in the Premier League 2024/25? Gravenberch breaks out, Palmer stays clinical

Liverpool won the 2024/25 Premier League title with 84 points, finishing 10 points ahead of second-placed Arsenal. This season, Liverpool displayed very impressive form, led by Mohamed Salah, who scored 29 goals and provided 18 assists. However, their success also came from the outstanding midfield trio of Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, and Dominik Szoboszlai.

In this article, soccerwayuk.com lists the five best midfielders in the 2024/25 Premier League.

Who are the best midfielders in the 2024/25 Premier League?

In the 2024/25 season, the best midfielder in the league was Ryan Gravenberch of Liverpool. The Dutch player had a breakthrough season under new manager Arne Slot. Initially, Gravenberch was signed by Liverpool from Bayern Munich but could not immediately adapt to the team. However, in the 2024/25 season, Arne Slot found the right way to use him by placing him in a defensive midfield role (number 6) and asking him to play as a deep-lying playmaker.

That season, the Dutch midfielder featured in 37 out of 38 matches for Liverpool. Gravenberch showed excellent control in midfield, using his technique and physical strength to shield the ball, win back possession, and escape pressing. After breaking through pressure, he often carried the ball forward himself to create attacking opportunities.

Gravenberch’s strong performances helped turn Liverpool into one of the most control-oriented teams in the world. His reward was the Premier League title and the Hublot Young Player of the Season award.

Top 5 best midfielders in the Premier League 2024/25

The next player on the list is Declan Rice, who has continued to improve for Arsenal. In the 2024/25 season, Rice often played in two roles: defensive midfielder (number 6) and central midfielder (number 8), performing well in both. When Thomas Partey was on the pitch, Rice was usually pushed further forward to support attacks. When playing deeper, he focused on protecting the defense.

Statistically, Rice regularly ranked among the top three players for distance covered in the Premier League, averaging around 11.5 km per match. He also had one of the highest ball recovery numbers among midfielders in the league, helping Arsenal maintain constant pressure on opponents. In addition, Rice occasionally took free kicks and penalties, contributing important goals for his team.

Third on the list is Cole Palmer of Chelsea. Despite scoring fewer goals than the previous season, he still recorded 15 goals and 9 assists. His standout performance came against Brighton & Hove Albion in September 2024, when he scored four goals in 19 minutes to secure a 4-2 win. He also played a key role in helping Chelsea finish in the top four and qualify for the Champions League.

Under manager Enzo Maresca, Palmer was given freedom in the attacking midfield role. He became central to Chelsea’s attacking play, leading the league in chances created and through balls. Thanks to his performances, Palmer was nominated for the Premier League Young Player of the Year award for the second consecutive season.

Fourth on the list is Bruno Guimarães, the best midfielder of Newcastle United. In the 2024/25 season, Guimarães became one of Newcastle’s most important players. He developed into a versatile midfielder, able to play in both defensive and central roles, and was responsible for controlling the tempo of the game.

Guimarães was strong defensively, with tackling numbers among the best in the league. He also showed good ball retention, press resistance, and the ability to pass into the final third to create chances. Most importantly, he became one of Newcastle’s leaders and was officially named team captain.

Finally, completing the top five is another Chelsea player, Moisés Caicedo. The Ecuadorian midfielder answered doubts about his £115 million transfer fee and gradually established himself as one of the key figures in Chelsea’s midfield. His most notable quality was his strong tackling ability.

In terms of statistics, Caicedo’s defensive numbers were among the highest in the league. He was one of the players with the most successful tackles, with more than 110. His ability to win the ball helped Chelsea maintain control in midfield. In addition, Caicedo was very versatile, capable of playing at right-back and often moving inside during the build-up phase to support the midfield. His flexibility and consistency were important factors in Chelsea’s stable season.

Top 5 best midfielders in the Premier League 2024/25

1.  Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool)

2. Declan Rice (Arsenal) 

3. Cole Palmer (Chelsea)

4. Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle United)

5. Moises Caicedo (Chelsea)

In the previous article, SoccerWay UK ranked the top five best midfielders in the Premier League 2024/25. This ranking is based on the writer’s personal opinion rather than a specific scoring system. For more updates on football schedules around the world, please follow our page.