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Arguably the best league in the game, the Premier League is one of the most physical top flights in Europe.
Technical skills are extremely important, but players who are physically gifted and quick often tend to thrive in the Premier League. Speed has always been a key part of the sport, with fast players endearing themselves to managers and fans alike.
Combine their pace with good technical ability and intelligence, and they have the tools to become the best in the world. The Premier League is a good place to hone one's ability while also playing with some of the biggest names in the game.
On that note, here's a look at the five fastest forwards in the Premier League at the moment.
#5 Romelu Lukaku (Chelsea)
Romelu Lukaku has returned to the Premier League as one of the best strikers in the game and a genuine superstar.
The Belgium international was always a prolific goalscorer for clubs like West Bromwich Albion, Everton and Manchester United. But he was often unfairly criticised for his performances, especially during his time with Manchester United. At Inter Milan, Lukaku blossomed into one of the best in the game, helping the Nerazzurri win the league title last season.
The 28-year-old rejoined Chelsea a few days ago for a club-record fee of £103.5 million. His signing makes Chelsea one of the bonafide title contenders in the Premier League this season, as Lukaku guarantees goals. Physically gifted and highly intelligent, Lukaku, on his day, can be unplayable.
#4 Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Mohamed Salah is one of the best players in the game, and has been world-class for Liverpool since joining the club in 2017.
Fast, technically gifted and a good finisher, Salah has been pivotal to Liverpool's success under Jurgen Klopp. The Egypt international has made 204 appearances in all competitions for the club, scoring 126 goals and providing 49 assists.
He opened his 2021-22 campaign by becoming the first player in Premier League history to score in five consecutive opening matchdays of the season.
Mohamed Salah has won the Champions League and the Premier League with Liverpool. The 29-year-old has endured very few off days since 2017, and has been a force to be reckoned with.
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#3 Marcus Rashford (Manchester United)
Marcus Rashford, one of the best young players in the Premier League, is taking a well-deserved break after playing through injury and pain for much of last season.
Rashford will not be available during the beginning of the 2021-22 Premier League season, as he is recuperating from a shoulder surgery. The England international has been Manchester United's star forward for some time now, with his directness and technical ability causing havoc among opposition defenders.
The 23-year-old striker has been a one-club man. Marcus Rashford has made 271 appearances in all competitions for Manchester United, scoring 88 goals and providing 57 assists.
#2 Timo Werner (Chelsea)
Romelu Lukaku's big-money arrival increases the scrutiny on Timo Werner, who endured a mixed debut campaign with Chelsea last season.
Werner joined Chelsea last summer after an excellent season with RB Leipzig for a fee of nearly £48 million. A versatile forward, the German is renowned for his pace, and has been nicknamed 'Turbo Timo' due to the same.
Werner made 52 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea last season, scoring 12 goals and providing 15 assists. He was heavily criticised for missing scoring chances, but managed to produce decent numbers. But more will be expected from the 25-year-old this campaign in the Premier League.
#1 Adama Traore (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
A highly-rated talent ever since his Barcelona days, Adama Traore, with his unique skill set, has found a home in the Premier League.
Traore is arguably the best dribbler in the Premier League. A physically imposing player, the 25-year old joined Wolverhampton Wanderers from Middlesbrough in 2018 for £18 million. While he has been criticised for his inconsistent displays, Traore's world-class dribbling ability, combined with his speed, have often proved to be game changers.
The Spain international has made 132 appearances in all competitions for Wolves, scoring ten goals and providing 18 assists. Chelsea and Liverpool have been linked with the forward.
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