Burnley – Andre Gray
While Tom Heaton is making waves as a redoubtable goalkeeper playing in his first Premier League season, Burnley secured their promotion from the Championship by banking on Gray’s goals. With 23 goals in 42 appearances and a great strike partnership which he built with Welshman Sam Vokes, Gray needs to raise his level to meet the demands of the Premier League.
Strikers like Charlie Austin, Troy Deeney and Rickie Lambert have successfully made this leap in the past. Gray is at the peak of his career currently, and should he fire for Burnley consistently this season, he will be able to aid their Premier League survival on the back of a sturdy defense.
Chelsea – Eden Hazard
Under Antonio Conte, Chelsea have looked a changed team this season. They are once more looking back to their efficient best, with a stingy defense, hard-working and talented midfield and Diego Costa up front.
Last season, the Premier League player most conspicuous due to his loss of form was Hazard himself, who was unable to generate any momentum for himself throughout the season till the very end. This season, however, he seems to have hit the ground running and has already helped Chelsea to 3 important wins in 3 games.
His goal against Burnley was a warning sign for the rest of the Premier League team, as he showed his ability to dribble past opponents on the counter and score from long range. With a good run at the Euros, a good preseason and an encouraging start, Hazard has the talent and potential to propel Chelsea to the league title again this season.
