Darwin Nunez broke an impressive record in the Premier League during Liverpool’s 1-0 win against West Ham United. The Uruguayan is now the fastest player in the English top flight, having clocked a speed of 38 km/hr. The previous record for the top speed in the Premier League was held by Manchester City right-back Kyle Walker. His best speed was 37.8 km/hr which was recorded in 2020. And now, that record has been overcome by the Liverpool attacker.

So, here we take a look at the top 5 fastest footballers playing in the Premier League in 2022.

Top 5 fastest footballers playing in the Premier League in 2022

5. Jack Stacey

Club: Bournemouth
Position: Right back
Top sprint speed: 35.6 km/hr

4. Allan Saint-Maximin

Club: Newcastle United
Position: Left winger
Top sprint speed: 35.7 km/hr

3. Diogo Dalot

Club: Manchester United
Position: Right back
Top sprint speed: 35.8 km/hr

2. Gabriel Martinelli

Club: Arsenal
Position: Left winger
Top sprint speed: 35.9 km/hr

1. Darwin Nunez

Club: Liverpool
Position: Striker
Top sprint speed: 38 km/hr

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Top 5 fastest footballers playing in the Premier League in 2022