The Premier League has only been going for four games so far, but there are already some conclusions that can be made.
Chelsea aren’t the title favourites some thought they were, Arsenal haven’t improved as much as hoped, and Swansea City’s emergence as a genuine contender for a place in Europe are among the early signs from the campaign.
Individually, there have also been some impressive, and not so impressive, starts to the season. With the international break giving the first chance to look back, here are some of the more successful stars so far. Specifically the nine most creative Premier League players to date.
The players are ranked by how many key passes they have made so far, with the Gunners and Southampton the sides who have multiple entrants…
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=7) Steven Davis, Southampton, 11 key passes
The Northern Irishman will need to keep this up if the Saints are going to repeat last season’s feats.
=7) Dusan Tadic, Southampton, 11 key passes
After a quick start last time round, the 26-year-old tailed off. He won’t want to repeat that.
=7) Ashley Westwood, Aston Villa, 11 key passes
With manager Tim Sherwood bringing more attacking football to Villa Park, players have more creative freedom than under Paul Lambert.
=5) Aaron Ramsey, Arsenal, 12 key passes
The Welshman is one of the few Gunners players to have not had any blame for their shaky start.
=5) Mesut Ozil, Arsenal, 12 key passes
Known for his passing ability, it is no surprise that the 26-year-old is on this list.
=3) Eden Hazard, Chelsea, 13 key passes
While the Belgian hasn’t made the same impact as last time round yet, he is still creating chances for his teammates.
=3) David Silva, Manchester City, 13 key passes
A key aspect of the Citizens’ quick start to the campaign has been their slick displays going forward, and the Spain international has been an important part of this.
2) Jonjo Shelvey, Swansea City, 14 key passes
The midfielder’s form has seen him return to the England team. He also impressed under Roy Hodgson, creating a goal for Harry Kane against San Marino with a brilliant pass.
1) Santi Cazorla, Arsenal, 16 key passes
Not only is the Emirates Stadium ace the most creative player in the Premier League, he is the most in Europe’s top five leagues!