IS JEREMY DOKU THE BEST LEFT WINGER IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE??? (TOP 10 LEFT WINGERS) | FILTHY @ FIVE

Summary

The hosts debate and rank the top 10 left wingers in the English Premier League. They discuss players like Gabriel Martinelli, Marcus Rashford, Raheem Sterling, and Son Heung-min, analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, stats, and effectiveness. There is lively debate around the #1 spot, with some arguing for newcomer Jeremy Doku while others make the case for proven star Son. Ultimately Doku tops the list, praised for his electrifying runs and ability to break down defenders, though his end product and consistency raise some doubts.

Takeaways

• 😀 They debated ranking left wingers in the Premier League, with the list being quite weak compared to previous years.
• 🏃‍♂️ Gabriel Martinelli was ranked 4th, with Miles rating him as the best left winger this season based on effectiveness.
• ⚽ Anthony Gordon was ranked 6th, with debate around his talent level and aesthetics.
• 👍 Jack Grealish was ranked 5th, with discussion around his role at Manchester City.
• 🤔 There was argument around whether Heung-Min Son should be ranked 1st as he has played left wing recently.
• 🎯 Jeremy Doku was ranked 1st, but there was disagreement on whether it was too high or deserved.
• 😮 Marcus Rashford shockingly did not make the top 10 left wingers.
• ⚡ Luis Diaz was ranked 3rd and praised for his technical ability when fit.
• 👊 Gabriel Martinelli vs. Luis Diaz sparked debate around consistency and effectiveness.
• 🤝 The list sparked healthy debate with disagreement on player rankings.

Q & A

What position does Anthony Gordon play and how has he performed this season?

Anthony Gordon plays as a left winger. He has 7 goals and 7 assists in the Premier League this season for Everton.

Why was Gabriel Martinelli ranked as the 4th best left winger?

Martinelli was ranked 4th because despite some inconsistencies this season, he's still managed 4 goals and 2 assists in the league playing for Arsenal. He also scored a lot last season.

What makes Jeremy Doku stand out as the number 1 left winger?

Doku stands out due to his electrifying pace and dribbling. He has caused problems for defenders despite Rennes' struggles. He has 2 goals and 5 assists in just 12 league games.

Why was Marcus Rashford left out of the top 10 list?

Rashford has struggled for form and has only managed 3 goals this season. His drop in performance means he misses out on the top 10, despite higher expectations.

How has Son Heung-Min performed from the left wing recently?

In the last 5 games where Son played left wing, he has managed 3 goals and 3 assists. This shows he can still be highly effective on the left.

What makes Diaz a top level left winger?

Diaz has superb technical ability, able to beat defenders with skills and score great goals. Since overcoming injury, he's regained top form at Liverpool.

Why was Jack Grealish ranked 5th?

Grealish was ranked 5th as he's still adjusting to Pep Guardiola's system at Man City. He should become more integral in the second half of the season.

What explained Raheem Sterling's ranking at number 7?

Sterling has 5 goals and 6 assists this season. Though below expectations, this is still decent output. Chelsea's struggles also impacted rankings.

Who did the panel think was the best English left winger prospect?

The panel singled out Anthony Gordon as a top emerging English talent able to perform on big stages and contribute goals/assists regularly.

Did the panel reach a consensus on the number 1 rank?

No, there were disagreements on Doku at number 1. Some argued he hasn't proven consistency, while others focused on his game-changing ability.