Surprise Results! Europe's Top 5 Football Players Ranked

Top 5 Players in Europe's Top Leagues Revealed: Surprising Results from WhoScored Data Spain, May 30, 2025 - A recent video by sports journalist Alex Barty (@alex_barty) has revealed the top 5 players in Europe's top five leagues based on average match ratings from WhoScored. The rankings offer a fascinating insight into this season's standout performers and highlight some unexpected names. The Premier League saw Mohamed Salah of Liverpool take the top spot, with a rating of 7.78. However, the inclusion of players from teams that didn't have the best seasons, such as Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United, is noteworthy. "Bruno's had a phenomenal season," Barty comments in the video. La Liga was dominated by Barcelona players, with Raphinha leading with a rating of 7.80. The presence of Kylian Mbappé in third place, despite Real Madrid's season, adds intrigue. The Bundesliga saw an exceptionally high rating for Marcus Mørch (8.16), while the Serie A saw Hakan Çalhanoğlu of Inter Milan top the list with a 7.40 rating. Barty points out the consistent high performance of Çalhanoğlu. Finally, Ligue 1 was dominated by PSG players, with Achraf Hakimi leading the rankings. The video concludes by inviting viewers to share which results surprised them the most. The video's analysis provides a compelling snapshot of the season's top performers, offering a unique perspective on player rankings.