10 Best Right-Footed Players in the Premier League Right Now [Ranked]

While some of the most skilled footballers of all time, such as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, are actually left-footed, the majority of players are actually natural with their right foot instead. More stars are comfortable using their right foot and as such, there are plenty of incredible right-footed footballers currently operating at the top of the sport.

With a deep talent pool of right-footed players, making it into the top 10 is no easy feat, but that’s exactly what the following players have done as we look at the 10 best right-footed footballers currently playing in the Premier League.

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Kevin De Bruyne

Manchester City

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Just a few short years ago, there’s no doubt that this man would have been much higher on this list and possibly even first. Kevin De Bruyne has been nothing short of astonishing for Manchester City following his move to the Etihad in 2015. Whether it’s in a central midfield role or a little further forward in an attacking position, the Belgian has been unlocking the most tight of defences with his incredible vision and playmaking abilities for a decade now.

The last couple of seasons have seen father time start to catch up with him, though, and a combination of injuries and being on the wrong side of 30 means he’s not quite as effective anymore. With rumours linking him to a move abroad to Saudi Arabia, his time in the Premier League might be coming to an end, but while he’s still in England, he holds onto a place on this list.

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Ryan Gravenberch

Liverpool

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After a poor start to life in England, Ryan Gravenberch’s career at Liverpool was transformed for the better when he was pushed into a deep-lying midfield position. The tactical tweak has been huge for the Dutchman and he’s become an integral figure in Arne Slot’s table-topping Reds.

Whether it’s helping out on the defensive end or driving forward and contributing offensively, Gravenberch has been one of the best players at Anfield this season, with elite ball control, dribbling and passing. He’s always had plenty of promise, but now he’s taken things to a whole new level and he’s become one of the best right-footed players in the Premier League.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold

Liverpool

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While he’s been linked with a move away from Liverpool seemingly all season, Trent Alexander-Arnold is still a Premier League player as of right now and deserves a spot on this list as a result. The full-back revolutionised what it meant to play in the position over the years and his knack for picking out the perfect pass, paired with his impressive vision has made him a nightmare for opponents to deal with.

Sure, there’s been questions asked about his defensive capabilities, but Alexander-Arnold has been fantastic throughout his entire career at Anfield and there are few right-footed players who offer what he does going forwards.

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Bruno Fernandes

Manchester United

Times have been tough lately for Manchester United, but one bright spark at Old Trafford has been Bruno Fernandes. Despite his side’s struggles, the Portuguese star has regularly stepped up for the Red Devils and delivered a series of very impressive performances both domestically and in Europe.

He’s been a goal and assist machine over the years and has proven time and time again that United can rely on him to play the hero when they need it most. Whether it’s his superb free-kicks or his creative genius, his performances are well beyond the mid-table position Ruben Amorim’s men find themselves in.

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Alisson Becker

Liverpool

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You’ll be hard-pressed to find any signing that helped transform a team quite like Alisson’s arrival at Anfield did for Liverpool. The Brazilian is arguably the greatest goalkeeper on the planet and that has been evident from the minute he joined the Reds from AS Roma back in 2018. He instantly pushed the club to heights they’d never reached before and he’s been key to their Champions League and Premier League success over the last seven years.

He’s the best goalkeeper in the Premier League right now and is still just 32 years old. There’s still plenty of time for him to further his legacy at Anfield which is a scary notion for everyone else in the English top flight.

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William Saliba

Arsenal

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Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal have become one of the best football teams in England once again and have challenged for the Premier League title in each of the last three seasons. The Spaniard deserves a lot of credit for the impact he’s had on his team, but William Saliba’s arrival has been just as crucial to their turnaround.

The Frenchman has been sublime in the heart of defence for the Gunners and rarely puts a foot wrong for the team. His partnership with Gabriel has been magnificent and one reason it has worked so well is the Brazilian’s spot on the left of the pairing, naturally left-footed, while Saliba is dominant with his right foot. The perfect combination.

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Declan Rice

Arsenal

After years of impressive performances with West Ham United, Declan Rice earned a big-money move to Arsenal in 2023 and has been superb for the Gunners ever since. His presence in midfield has been a game-changer for the club at times and while he thrives defensively, he’s been just as effective pushing forward and creating chances for his teammates.

He’s elite at winning the ball, breaking down his opponents’ attacks, but also distributing the ball and there’s no doubt about it: He does it all best with his right foot. His arrival at the Emirates hasn’t pushed Arsenal to a Premier League title yet like many expected, but he’s still been very good and is one of the best midfielders in England.

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Alexander Isak

Newcastle United

Alexander Isak was an instant success when he joined Newcastle United, but things have only gotten better with each passing year at St. James’ Park. Standing at 6’4″, the forward’s blistering speed sets him apart from most strikers in the current game. He’s effective at breaking the offside trap and in the air, making him a nightmare for defenders to try and contain.

One of his most impressive attributes, though, is his composure in front of goal and his ability to finish chances without breaking a sweat. He, more often than not, does it all with his right foot, too. It’s easy to see why he’s been linked with a move to Liverpool.

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Virgil van Dijk

Liverpool

When Liverpool spent £75m on Virgil van Dijk in early 2018, eyebrows were raised, but he’s since made the lofty transfer look like a bargain. The former Southampton man has been operating on a level entirely on his own in comparison to other defenders in the Premier League over the years.

He’s been dominant and rarely has there been an instance where a striker has managed to get the better of him. He’s excellent in the air, but also on the ball and he’ll go down as one of the best centre-backs in Premier League history. He’s 33 years old now, but the Dutchman is showing no signs of slowing down just yet and there’s still no defender in England that compares to him.

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Rodri

Manchester City

He might have missed the majority of the current season with an ACL injury, but there’s no denying that Rodri is still the best right-footed player in the Premier League and possibly the world. The reigning Ballon d’Or winner is a real difference-maker for Manchester City when he’s on the pitch and that’s only been highlighted through their struggles without him this year.

City are a shell of the side they can be when he’s available and Pep Guardiola will surely be counting down the days until he gets the Spaniard back in his team. He’s still one of the best footballers in the world and is easily the best right-footed in England. Expect to see Man City bounce back in a big way once he’s back on the football pitch next season.

All statistics courtesy of Transfermarkt and accurate as of 22/03/2025