Top 5 Premier League players with the most shots per game this season

A lot goes behind scoring a goal and numerous variables play a part in the ball finding the net. One of such is testing the goalkeeper's mentality. Constant pressure can force an error out of the best of players and goalkeepers are no different.

This is where we get to emphasize the impact of shot attempts. There is only so much a goalkeeper can do when fired at him on a constant basis. Being under attack on a regular basis fiddles with their mentality and the same could result in them making a mishap. Hence, testing a shot-stopper is of great importance.

In this article, we take a look at

Top 5 Premier League players with the most shots per game this season

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#5 Mason Greenwood (Manchester United) — 3.5

Mason Greenwood has featured in every game for Manchester United

Manchester United were on the lookout for a clinical finisher and their search ended after finding their answer in Mason Greenwood. The youngster grew up under his manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's watchful eyes. He is now an irreplaceable part of the current Manchester United squad.

The 20-year-old has featured in every game for Manchester United and has scored four goals (joint top-scorer for United) in the process. He has been impressive in front of goal in terms of attempts made and the rate of conversion.

Mason Greenwood was handed the responsibility of being a poacher at the start of the season. However, the prodigy now dons the role of a supporting element to Cristiano Ronaldo, who is the club's most preferred striker.

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#4 Sadio Mane (Liverpool) — 3.8

Sadio Mane reached 100 Premier League goal mark last week

Sadio Mane made headlines last week after reaching the 100 Premier League goal mark. The Senegal international bagged the feat without scoring a single goal from a spot-kick! Considered an asset to the current Liverpool squad, the winger is considered one of the most impactful and selfless players of the modern era.

With five goals, Sadio Mane is the joint second-most goal getter in the Premier League as of now. Sadio Mane has been in great shape since the start of the tournament and he excels in dominating the opposition in the final third. The same has seen Mane accumulate 3.8 shots per game.

Liverpool are attempting to regain Premier League silverware this season. Hence Sadio Mane's form alongside his partners Roberto Firmino and Mohamed Salah could come in handy for the Merseysiders.

#3 Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) — 4.1

Salah has 11 goal involvements (7 goals and 4 assists) from just 8 games

Liverpool and Mohamed Salah's form often coincide. This shows how important the Egyptian forward is for the Merseysiders. Ever since Mohamed Salah joined Liverpool, he has done nothing but break records.

Within a short span of time, the former AS Roma striker has established himself as arguably the best Liverpool player ever. The Egyptian international has 11 goal involvements (seven goals and four assists) from just eight games.

Salah is the joint top-scorer and assist provider in the Premier League as of now. The Liverpool number 11 has had a busy season so far. His impressive numbers are a result of his constant efforts to find the back of the net.

Mo Salah's average shot attempt reads 4.1. He also has the best conversion rate amidst all the Premier League strikers as of now.

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#2 Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United) — 4.2

Cristiano Ronaldo's continuous efforts on and off the field is quite evident

The return of Manchester United's most-loved player lingered in the headlines for quite a few days. Living up to expectations, Cristiano Ronaldo made a flying start to his second stint at Manchester United. He has scored three goals in the Premier League so far.

The Portuguese captain is not a record-breaker for no reason. He is the epitome of hard work and consistency. Cristiano Ronaldo's continuous efforts on and off the field is quite evident.

While the former Real Madrid man is known for spending extra minutes on the training ground, his extra effort on the pitch is quite renowned too. Ronaldo is one of those players who always wants the ball. He loves to be involved in each of his team's attacks.

The same attitude has helped Cristiano Ronaldo bag an average of 4.2 shots per game.

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#1 Michail Antonio (West Ham) — 4.4

Michail Antonio has been directly involved in 53.33% of total West Ham goals

Michail Antonio came from nowhere and is now the talk of the town. The West Ham striker has five goals and three assists to his name from seven games. Which means, the Jamaican international has been directly involved in 53.33% of total West Ham goals!

Even though Michail Antonio is behind Mohamed Salah in terms of total shots fired, he edges past his rival in terms of average shot count. West Ham United are benefitting from Antonio's form. They seem to be looking forward to moving up the league table within the coming weeks.

Before the start of the 2021-22 campaign, David Moyes faced a challenge after having to bid goodbye to Jesse Lingaard. However, Michail Antonio stepped up and made his manager's life easy.