Best Right Wingers In The World Right Now: From Brennan Johnson To Lamine Yamal

Football is a sport where the forwards, especially wingers, are one of the most discussed player categories. They are the ones who make the game entertaining, scoring heaps of goals, often using tricks, skills, and intelligent finishing, and deliver jaw-dropping moments. Wingers are players who make the game exhilarating. This season, across all the major competitions and tournaments, we were fortunate to have witnessed countless wingers who have lit up the games.

From young wonderkids who were unafraid to take on some of the best teams in the world to seasoned veterans who are still consistently putting out excellent numbers to midtable mavericks who fly under the radar and make us wonder how they are doing such incredible things. These players are not just about flair, they are also incredibly intelligent and combine it with their work ethic and skills to become game changers for their side. Some of these players have shown remarkable consistency each week, whilst some others shone on the biggest stages.

With all of these in mind, we have taken a closer look at all these right wingers and using a mix of statistics and eye-test, we have ranked the top 10 best right wingers in the world right now using the following ranking factors.

Ranking Factors

Performing Under Pressure: A player becomes truly exceptional when he performs under pressure. It is those moments that will be forever etched into the hearts of billions and it is these moments that separate the best from the greatest.

Consistency: Consistency is a key factor; to be able to replicate good performances over the season and every matchday is absolutely crucial.

Contributions to Team Success: Goals and assists mean little without team success. Additional recognition is always given to players whose goal contributions helped the team lift silverware or at least keep their teams in contention.

The Best Right Wingers In The World Right Now

10. Brennan Johnson

While Tottenham Hotspur are having one of the worst seasons in their recorded history, there have been some moments of hope, among which Brennan Johnson has been one. Johnson has been a tiny ray of sunshine. The Welsh attacker came to the North London club with big expectations from Nottingham Forest. Although young and relatively inexperienced, Johnson has found his feet quickly and has shown a lot of promise.

One of the standout attributes of Brennan Johnson is his ability to find himself in the right positions. A notable number of his goals that he has scored are from getting into the right positions and finishing them off with simple hits. This positional intelligence has buffed the stats of Johnson this season and provided Tottenham with some victories. However, one of the reasons why he is not higher on this list is that his erratic nature of disappearing in games has cost his side dearly.

Brennan Johnson is still very raw. He has the potential to rise up the ranks in the future, but for now, he still has a lot of scope for improvement in his overall game.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	43
Goals	16
Assists	4

9. Inaki Williams

Inaki Williams has been a symbol of loyalty and consistency for the Spanish side Athletic Club. In an era where an increase in workload is leading to multiple injuries, Inaki Williams always remains incredibly fit, very rarely misses matches and puts in the effort consistently, which made him a crucial player for his side. While his brother, Nico Williams, is currently taking the spotlight away from him with his ludicrous displays on a regular basis, the steady performances from Inaki are not to be ignored.

This season, Inaki took a different responsibility, becoming more of a creator than a goal-scorer, which is usually the other way around. This evolution made his side a much better team and made not just him, but his teammates better. With the football season coming to a close, Inaki Williams has a chance to close it out in the best way possible, as his team is currently in the semifinals of the UEFA Europa League and could potentially lift the trophy on their home ground, which could seal his legacy as a special player.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	44
Goals	10
Assists	9

8. Johan Bakayoko

While Eredivisie is not usually looked at on equal footing to other top five leagues, there are many historic clubs present. The Dutch clubs the likes of Ajax, PSV Eindhoven, and Feyenoord, usually give a tough fight to others in European competitions, and some of the best players in the world from past to present have spent their time in the league too. Johan Bakayoko is one of such players, a shining star of the league who has been putting in ludicrous displays on a regular basis. His blistering pace and clever finishing have made him a menace for opposition players to deal with.

His performance against Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League group stage this season has put him in the spotlight, where he terrorised the defence quite comfortably. There is no doubt that the next step in his career will be to a European giant, and from there, who knows how far he can rise.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	42
Goals	12
Assists	2

7. Christian Pulisic

While he was seen as a wonderkid ever since he was at Borussia Dortmund at the age of 17, Christian Pulisic’s career got derailed by persistent injuries. The constant shuffling of managers and the plethora of young talent Chelsea were purchasing reduced his game time significantly, hampering his development. Pulisic decided to leave the club and joined AC Milan.

However, Pulisic regained his form in Milan, scoring and assisting regularly. Captain America, as he is fondly called, is showing why he’s considered the best in the business. Despite the club struggling to find form consistently this season, Pulisic has been one of their best players. He is now an integral part of the club and if he can keep this up, he could end up as one of the best players to have represented such an iconic side.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	42
Goals	15
Assists	9

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6. Bryan Mbeumo

With the Premier League rich in many interesting stories this season, the performances of Bryan Mbeumo has gone under the radar. With Ivan Toney leaving, everyone expected a dip in performances of Brentford and even touted this side to go down to the Championship. However, to everyone’s surprise, Bryan Mbeumo has kept them afloat.

His strike partnership with Yoanne Wissa made them a formidable side to play against, especially at their home ground, where they hold a good record. The wide forward has the ability to score goals from anywhere and on a consistent basis. There is a big chance he could end the season with 20 goals to his name, which is a fantastic accomplishment considering the quality of his side. With Brentford finishing another season in midtable, some big clubs could definitely be interested in acquiring his services for the upcoming season. With a bigger platform, who knows what he can do.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	36
Goals	16
Assists	6

5. Rodrygo

The team of Real Madrid is star-studded, especially the attackers. We see the likes of Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham, and Kylian Mbappe earning the plaudits of the pundits. However, Rodrygo, who is a key part of the Real Madrid trident attack, is usually overlooked. One of the aspects that makes Rodrygo special is his ability to score goals in the biggest stages. Rodrygo stepping up in crucial pressure situations and key knockout fixtures, contributing with goals and assists, makes Real Madrid a huge threat to deal with and has provided them with silverware.

Another thing that makes him a perfect team player is his versatility, which plays a big role for managers to be tactically flexible. Rodrygo can play anywhere in the front three, which allows the other attackers to rest between and during games. He is a player who puts the success of the team over his individual achievements. Unfortunately, the only reason why he is not higher in our list is his lack of consistency in producing goal contributions on a weekly basis. If he can get a grip on these fluctuations, he has the potential to become one of the best players on the planet.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	47
Goals	14
Assists	9

4. Michael Olise

Michael Olise has been touted as one of the best talents ever since his days in the Championship with Reading. When he moved to Crystal Palace, there were doubts that he would not be able to replicate it, but the Frenchman found incredible joy in linking up with his teammates and scoring goals for fun. This caught the eye of Bayern Munich, who did not hesitate to get his services to get back to their best once again. Olise did not find it hard to adjust to the Bavarian giants. He has had an instant impact, quickly establishing himself as one of the most important players of his team, and is touted to be not just their best signing, but the best signing of the whole league.

His seamless transition from a midtable maverick to a superstar for a big club has mesmerised people. Olise is a versatile player. His ability to cut inside and shoot makes him a terrifying player to deal with, especially for wider defenders. His creativity is exceptional and has reflected in his statistics this season. He is not just a flair player; he is extremely intelligent, which elevates his decision-making and makes him one of the best in the business. If he maintains this trajectory, he could become an all-time great of the sport itself.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	44
Goals	13
Assists	13

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3. Bukayo Saka

One of the brightest talents currently in England, Bukayo Saka, is crucial for both club and country. He started out as a left back and became one of the best wingers not just in his country, but in the world. Ever since Mikel Arteta has arrived, Saka has been a huge factor in how they play. He is the heartbeat of this team. The winger is a fantastic creator and a reliable goalscorer. His consistency makes him a huge pain to deal with for the opposition, and sometimes even when he does not do well, he allows others to excel, making him a perfect team player.

Saka is the biggest reason why Arsenal, under the tutelage of Mikel Arteta, have gone toe to toe with Manchester City and Liverpool in nerve-wracking title races over the past few seasons. While his goal numbers are slightly lower this season, it is mainly because of the injuries that he has faced this season. Unfortunately, he missed a lot of football this season because of them, which is the reason why he is not ranked higher. But, it does not take away the high-quality performances he puts out at the Emirates on every matchday, and he could lead his side to European glory for the first time in the history of their club.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	28
Goals	10
Assists	13

2. Lamine Yamal

Lamine Yamal is redefining the standards one should have for a teenage wonderkid. At just 17 years of age, the kid is taking over the sport, firmly establishing himself as not just one of the best players of his age but the best player in his position. He has been nothing short of astonishing, putting out brilliant performances week in, week out. He torments full-backs with incredible skill with his feet. There is a reason why being one-on-one against Yamal is the loneliest place in European football, you just know you will get burned.

The La Masia wunderkind has the intelligence to find the right player with the right pass, which makes him a creative hub for his side. His in-game intelligence at such an young age makes him a menace. The things Yamal has achieved at such young age is monumental. It is scary to think that he is just getting started. Lamine Yamal is a once in a lifetime kind of a talent and because of him, Barcelona are still in the conversation to achieve a treble this season.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	45
Goals	14
Assists	17

1. Mohamed Salah

Words are not enough to capture the sheer brilliance of the season Mohamed Salah is currently having. The Egyptian King, as he is nicknamed fondly by the fans, is operating at a level no one has ever seen, scoring and assisting at an unprecedented rate. His consistency, hunger and talent has put Liverpool at the top and could potentially win the league title after five years. The right winger is delivering a masterclass week in week out and as a result, he is leading both the goal-scoring and assisting charts this season.

Salah can become the first player since Thierry Henry to score and assist 20 or more times in a single season. There is even a chance he could hit 30 goals and 20 assists this season, which is truly remarkable when you think about it. He also currently holds the record for the most goal contributions in a single Premier League season, with 45 goal contributions so far. With the season yet to be done, Salah has a chance to break even more records. He stands on the brink of etching his name forever into the history books of English football. With a recent contract extension, there is a chance we could witness his glory for many years to come.

Key Stats	Figures
Appearances	46
Goals	32
Assists	23

List Of The Best Wingers In The World Right Now

Rank	Player	Club
1	Mohamed Salah	Liverpool FC
2	Lamine Yamal	FC Barcelona
3	Bukayo Saka	Arsenal
4	Michael Olise	FC Bayern Munich
5	Rodrygo	Real Madrid
6	Bryan Mbeumo	Brentford FC
7	Christian Pulisic	AC Milan
8	Johan Bakayoko	PSV Eindhoven
9	Inaki Williams	Athletic Club
10	Brennan Johnson	Tottenham Hotspur

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