The current ranking of the 4 best strikers in Europe
In superficial terms, strikers are delegated the central obligation of putting the ball in the back of the net. Nevertheless, as susceptible as it might sound, the job of a striker can be extremely complex, particularly when the striker is up against a remarkably resilient back-line or when the striker is battling with his form.
Over the earlier decades, we've had center-forwards such as Andriy Shevchenko, Gabriel Batistuta, and Alan Shearer, who will forever be remembered for their tremendous contributions to the elegant game of football.
In the world of football, time is of great essence, as we've also had strikers who have led by example in the ongoing 2023–24 campaign. These strikers have presently been able to rise above the odds and above other strikers who are of good quality as well.
It’s on that clinical note that this article will review and rank the four best-performing strikers in Europe right now.
#4 Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
At this particular point last season, Erling Haaland was arguably the best striker in Europe. However, his drop in rank could be tied to his drop in form, which could also be tied to a decline in chances created for him to score at Manchester City.
While all the above might be playing out and affecting his end product, Haaland has been on the scoreboard eight times in 12 games across multiple competitions for the Citizens. He has also registered two assists in the 12 games across all competitions. Therefore, in terms of converting from a very close range, there's no striker in Europe that comes close to the Norwegian, despite his dip in form.
#3 Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
There's barely a list of the top and best-performing strikers that would be created, and Harry Kane wouldn't be included. The above is connected to his finishing consistency, as the English forward is constantly obtaining the necessary numbers in the final third.
After joining Bayern Munich towards the end of the last transfer window, it was expected that he would need some time to adapt to the new environment. However, in quick succession, Kane has been swift and clinical in front of goal despite being fairly new to the league.
In his first 10 games, Kane has netted nine goals and registered five assists across all competitions for the giants of the Bundesliga. Hence, cementing his number three spot on the list.
#2 Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan)
It is said that a large proportion of Argentine strikers are assertive and decent in front of goal. Well, the above is what we've once again witnessed as Lautaro Martinez has been deadly in the final third so far.
What makes Martinez different from other strikers is his ability to score goals even from a relatively distant range. Likewise, his ability to skip past defenders and set-up opportunities for other attackers is another thing that we could laud about him.
The Argentine has been on the scoresheet 11 times in 10 games across all competitions that he has played so far. Also, he has registered two assists in those 10 games, as he occupies the number two spot.
#1 Serhou Guirassy (Stuttgart)
Serhou Guirassy is not a player who would have been expected to be at the top of the list due to the fact that he's not particularly popular. But when ranking players in the football world, we look out for key numbers and the level of performance.
In view of the above, the Stuttgart forward has outclassed several strikers, as he has netted 14 goals and registered two assists in only eight appearances so far. Thus, when compared to the several strikers on this list and beyond, his stats by far make him the most deserving of the number one position on this list.