Premier League 2018-19: Arsenal and City stars included in top 5 fastest players

#2 Kyle Walker (34.845 Km/h)

Manchester City v Newcastle United - Premier League

The game between Arsenal and City saw another speedster on the field. Walker had already established himself as a fine right back at Tottenham, but since moving to the Etihad last summer, the Englishman has gotten even better.

Under Guardiola, the right-back has improved his all round game, but he has still managed to keep his paace. Even though Mendy ran the show from the other side against the Gunners, Walker managed to reach a breakneck 34.845 km/h on the run according to Opta.

However, even with such outstanding pace, there is still someone faster than him this season, which makes him the second faster Premier League Footballer so far.

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