Key Performers and Impact on Points per Game in Premier League Clubs

In a comprehensive analysis of each club's worst points per game (PPG) performer, certain players have stood out for their lackluster contributions. To qualify for consideration, players must have played a minimum of 1000 minutes, with each game requiring at least 30 minutes of play to count towards their score.

Here are some notable performers:

Arsenal (2.20) - Gabriel Jesus (2.00)

Despite initial hopes for a prolific striker to challenge Manchester City, Gabriel Jesus has only contributed one goal out of Arsenal's impressive tally of 21 goals in five games. The trio of Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Leandro Trossard have been the main driving force in the attack.

Aston Villa (1.96) - Diego Carlos (1.76)

Diego Carlos, who joined Aston Villa from Sevilla in 2022, has been plagued by injuries, forcing his inclusion in the team out of necessity rather than preference. The absence of key defenders Tyrone Mings, Pau Torres, and Ezri Konsa has further limited the team's defensive options.

Bournemouth (1.17) - Max Aarons (0.64)

Bournemouth's performance has significantly improved in the absence of Max Aarons, with the team losing only one out of the ten games he hasn't played. This improvement would position Bournemouth above Tottenham in the league if sustained throughout the season.

Brentford (1.00) - Ben Mee (0.87)

Ben Mee's performance as a center-back for Brentford has been notably inferior to his fellow teammates Ethan Pinnock, Nathan Collins, and Kirstoffer Ajer. Ajer, in particular, has demonstrated exceptional performance with the least amount of playing time.

Brighton (1.52) - Jason Steele (1.36)

Jason Steele, who shares goalkeeping duties with Bart Verbruggen, has been outperformed by Verbruggen according to our ranking system.

Burnley (0.52) - Ameen Al-Dakhil (0.38)

Ameen Al-Dakhil's inclusion as a center-back in Burnley's starting lineup for the first ten games of the season resulted in only four points. Since then, he has started only two games.

Chelsea (1.40) - Robert Sanchez (1.19)

Robert Sanchez, who has recently recovered from a knee injury, faces tough competition from Djordje Petrovic for a place in the team.

Crystal Palace (1.00) - Jean-Philippe Mateta (0.86)

Jean-Philippe Mateta's performance has been overshadowed by the injuries suffered by Michael Olise, who has been linked with top English clubs and Juventus. However, Eberechi Eze has been a standout performer for Crystal Palace.

Everton (1.20) - Amadou Onana (1.11)

Amadou Onana's transfer rumors have quieted down, while another Everton midfielder attracts attention.

Fulham (1.16) - Joao Palhinha (1.05)

Joao Palhinha, widely regarded as Fulham's best player, has missed three games due to injury or suspension, resulting in two wins out of eight for the team.

Liverpool (2.31) - Ibrahima Konate (2.11)

Liverpool has performed exceptionally well in the absence of Ibrahima Konate, winning 22 points in the eight games he hasn't featured in. Jarrell Quansah has been a key contributor in those games.

Luton (0.8) - Marvelous Nakamba (0.46)

Marvelous Nakamba's absence has had a significant impact on Luton's overall points per game, highlighting his importance to the team.

Manchester City (2.24) - Ruben Dias (2.10)

Ruben Dias narrowly edges out Erling Haaland as Manchester City's worst performer in terms of points per game. However, this should not be overanalyzed, as Dias missed games against Burnley and Bournemouth, both of which occurred before Burnley's improvement and Everton's decline.

Manchester United (1.76) - Alejandro Garnacho (1.65)

Alejandro Garnacho, once hailed as one of Manchester United's promising talents, has struggled to make an impact. In contrast, Scott McTominay and Harry Maguire have been the standout performers for the team.

Newcastle (1.48) - Lewis Miley (1.21)

Despite being just 17 years old and benefiting from significant game time due to injuries, Lewis Miley's inclusion on this list is surprising. Newcastle's downturn in results can be attributed to their injury woes.

Nottingham Forest (0.96) - Harry Toffolo (0.71)

Harry Toffolo's contributions have been limited to providing assists in a single victory over Aston Villa. He played a minor role in other victories, including those against Sheffield United, Chelsea, Newcastle, and West Ham.

Sheffield United (0.52) - Anel Ahmedhodzic (0.42)

Anel Ahmedhodzic's performance has been overshadowed by Mason Holgate's controversial challenge on Kauro Mitoma. Sheffield United's defensive struggles, resulting in 65 goals conceded, can partially be attributed to this.

Tottenham (1.88) - Brennan Johnson (1.63)

Brennan Johnson's performance has been worse than Manchester United's worst performer. This disappointing record reflects poorly on Tottenham.

West Ham (1.44) - Nayef Aguerd (1.26)

Nayef Aguerd's inclusion as a center-back has coincided with positive results for West Ham, including victories over Brighton and Arsenal.

Wolves (1.40) - Mario Lemina (1.32)

Mario Lemina has performed admirably throughout the season, just falling short of top scorer Matheus Cunha's impressive record.

In conclusion, these statistics shed light on the impact of individual players on their respective teams' points per game. While some players have struggled to make a significant contribution, others have excelled despite their team's overall performance. These findings highlight the importance of teamwork and the need for players to consistently perform at their best to achieve success.