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#3 Erling Haaland (Borussia Dortmund) - 43 goals + 16 assists
The Norwegian goal-machine has gone from strength to strength since breaking on to the scene with Red Bull Salzburg. Many European clubs wanted to bring Erling Haaland in, but Borussia Dortmund ultimately were able to secure his signature. He has been sensational for the German outfit and has already won the DFB-Pokal. Such has been Haaland's rise that he has been once again linked with a move to major European clubs in the upcoming summer.
If his performances in 2021 are anything to go by, any European club will want to have Haaland in their side. Haaland made an incredible 59 goal involvements in only 43 appearances in the season, including a stunning 43 goals.
#2 Robert Lewandowski (Bayern Munich) - 56 goals + 6 assists
Many fans argued that Robert Lewandowski should have won the Ballon d'Or in 2021. Such has been Lewandowski's performance in 2021 that many fans were heartbroken as the Polish striker narrowly missed out on the trophy to Lionel Messi. Over the years, Lewandowski has developed into a world-class striker since joining Bayern Munich. But it has been the last couple of years where he has found his rhythm and has performed enviably.
Lewandowski has a stunning 62 goal involvements in 2021, where he scored 56 goals. Age has not taken its toll yet, and with a contract expiring in 2023, there will be no shortage of suitors for Robert Lewandowski. Despite his age, Lewandowski is arguably the best forward right now.
#1 Kylian Mbappe (PSG) - 43 goals + 22 assists
Bursting on to the scene with Monaco, Kylian Mbappe has achieved a lot in such a short time. He has won many things for both club and country, and people often forget how young Mbappe is.
Mbappe, however, has been a world-class player since a very young age, and is an extremely versatile player who can play in all attacking positions. 2021 has been a mixed year for Kylian Mbbape as PSG failed to win the Ligue 1 title.
But there have been no such shortcomings in Mbappe's performances. He proved his abilities once again in 2021 with 65 goal involvements. He may have scored less than Robert Lewandowski with 43 goals, but Mbappe tops the charts regarding goals involvement in 2021.
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