We are here with our pick of the top 5 best Sunderland players in the Premier League this season. Sunderland are currently 11th in the Premier League with 40 points, which is the same number of points as 10th placed Fulham and 9th placed Bournemouth. They are also just 4 points behind 7th placed Bournemouth, and thus they could still end the season in a much higher position if things go in their favour.
For a club that was considered by many to be one of the favorites to get relegated prior to the Premier League season, Sunderland have shocked everyone and surpassed all expectations. Massive credit needs to be given to manager Régis Le Bris, his players, and also the Sunderland board who supported the manager and team immensely by spending a lot in the previous Summer Transfer Window. In fact, this is the sort of ambition from the owners that every small club fan would love to have.
Most of the Sunderland players have been impressive this season, but there are a few who have been absolutely brilliant and are responsible to a huge extent for their current success this season. So let us now look at the Top 5 Best Sunderland players this season in the Premier League.
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5. Brian Brobbey
Wilson Isidor was initially Sunderland's first-choice striker this season, but Brian Brobbey eventually took his place. Brobbey is currently Sunderland's top goalscorer as well this season with 5 goals in the Premier League. He's also still very young at age 24, and has lots of time to develop into a star player.
4. Enzo Le Fée
Enzo Le Fée has been one of the important players for Sunderland this season. With 4 goals and 4 assists in the Premier League so far, the French midfielder is currently the Sunderland player with most goal involvements this season at 8. Additionally, from a minutes perspective, he has also been one of their most hard-working players this campaign.
3. Nordi Mukiele
Nordi Mukiele has put up unbelievable numbers this season despite being a defender, and has arguably Sunderland's best defender this season. The 28 year old French right-back has scored 1 and assisted another 4 so far in the Premier League, which are fantastic numbers for a player in his position. He's a big reason why Sunderland have been solid defensively this season.
2. Robin Roefs
This has been the Premier League season where Robin Roefs announced himself as one of the promising young keepers in England. The Dutch goalkeeper has kept a total of 8 clean sheets this season for Sunderland ,which is nothing less than outstanding. He's still just 22 as well, and could very well be the target of top clubs in the Summer transfer window.
1. Granit Xhaka
The signing of Granit Xhaka by Sunderland has been nothing less than a masterstroke. The former Arsenal Midfielder has proven to all that he has still got it at the age of 33, and he's much more than just a fantastic player for Sunderland. He is their captain that gives them belief, quality, and a special experience that no one else in the squad possesses.
In conclusion, Sunderland’s impressive Premier League campaign this season has been driven by several standout performers who have consistently delivered strong performances. Their contributions have played a crucial role in helping the team exceed expectations and compete comfortably in mid-table despite being tipped for relegation earlier in the season. If these players continue their excellent form, Sunderland could very well finish the season in an even higher position and further solidify their remarkable Premier League journey.
