Top five players with most chances created in Premier League since 2015-16 season

The Ginger Pele tops this elite list by a significant margin.

Kevin De Bruyne’s era in Manchester City is finally coming to an end. The 33-year-old has announced that this is his last season at Manchester City. He will be leaving the club, which he joined back in 2015 after rendering his service for almost a decade.

The Premier League has seen some of the most lethal playmakers from all across the world who have come and conquered the footballing domain in Europe and England.

In this feature article, we will try to delve deep into players who have created the maximum number of chances to help their team not only retain their supremacy in English football but also become one of the most dangerous teams to face any opponent. From the legend Kevin De Bruyne to the Egyptian King Mohamed Salah, let’s take a look at the top five players who have created the maximum number of chances since the Premier League season 2015-16.

5. Mohamed Salah – 511 chances

Mohamed Salah finds himself in 5th position on this elite list, having created a total of 511 chances since the 2015-16 Premier League season. The Egyptian King began his journey in the Premier League with Chelsea, where he didn’t get many opportunities. He was soon loaned out to Fiorentina and Roma before making his return to the Premier League with Liverpool in 2017.

Since then, he has been a relentless force, difficult for any defender to contain. Salah has won several trophies with Liverpool, including the Premier League title in the 2019-20 season, the UEFA Champions League in the 2018-19 season, and the FIFA Club World Cup. He has had a remarkable career at Liverpool and will be eager to help the club secure yet another Premier League title this season under Arne Slot.

4. Trent Alexander Arnold – 514 chances

In this list, we uniquely and surprisingly find a defender. Another Liverpool player who has risen to the expectations of the Anfield faithful and made a significant name for himself in the footballing world. It is none other than the 26-year-old English right-back from Merseyside, Trent Alexander-Arnold.

After spending his youth career at Liverpool, he was promoted to the senior team in 2016. Since then, he has been an exemplary figure, serving under coaches Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot. From starting as a bench player for Liverpool’s first team to becoming a regular starter and even earning a nomination for the Ballon d’Or, Trent Alexander-Arnold has established himself as a world-class talent.

His success speaks volumes. His overlapping runs down the right flank remain one of the most dangerous weapons in Liverpool’s attacking arsenal.

3. Bruno Fernandes – 519 chances

Bruno Fernandes has been a glimmering ray of hope for Manchester United. The captain of the Red Devils began his Premier League journey after notable stints with Sporting Clube de Portugal and Sampdoria. He joined Manchester United in 2020 and has since established himself as an exemplary figure within the squad.

With United, he has lifted both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup. Although Manchester United have not won the Premier League in a long time, Bruno Fernandes’s performances have consistently stood out. He has created the most number of chances for Manchester United since the 2015-16 season and will be eager to help Ruben Amorim’s side finish the season on a strong note.

2. Christian Eriksen – 533 chances

Christian Eriksen, the 33-year-old veteran Danish footballer, has been a cornerstone player for every Premier League club he has represented. He joined Tottenham Hotspur in 2013. Over a span of seven years, he became a fan favourite for the North London outfit. With Spurs, he was part of the iconic squad that reached the UEFA Champions League final in a miraculous campaign under Mauricio Pochettino.

He later went on to ply his trade for Brentford and is currently representing Manchester United. Despite the club enduring a challenging period, Eriksen’s arrival at Old Trafford has injected a renewed sense of energy into the squad. He remains determined to help United finish the season on a positive note.

1. Kevin De Bruyne – 827 chances

Watching Kevin De Bruyne don a jersey other than the familiar sky blue of Manchester City will undoubtedly be a bittersweet sight for City fans. After a decade of unwavering service, De Bruyne is set to bid farewell to the club he helped elevate to massive heights. He has been one of the primary architects behind Manchester City’s dominance, both in England and across Europe.

From lifting the Premier League trophy six times to leading City to their maiden UEFA Champions League triumph in the 2022-23 season, De Bruyne has transformed the club into a dominating force. He holds the record for creating the maximum number of chances in the league. While most top-tier playmakers have created between 500 to 600 chances, De Bruyne has delivered a staggering 827, a mammoth figure that reflects his stature in the Premier League.

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— Kevin De Bruyne (@KevinDeBruyne) April 4, 2025

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