Moises Caicedo, Declan Rice, and the Top 10 Premier League Midfielders Right Now – Ranked

      The Premier League's midfield is the engine room of the world's best league — and in November 2025, it's never been more stacked. From Enzo Maresca's tactical revolution at Chelsea to Mikel Arteta's high-pressing machine at Arsenal, the battle between Moises Caicedo and Declan Rice has become the defining story of the season. Both players, signed for British-record fees in 2023 (Caicedo at up to £115 million, Rice at £105 million), are dominating the narrative. But who's really the best — and where do they rank among the league's elite?

Based on stats from FBref, WhoScored, and Squawka (as of November 29, 2025), we've ranked the top 10 Premier League midfielders right now. Metrics include pass accuracy, tackles won, interceptions, key passes, assists, and big-game impact. This isn't just about numbers — it's about who makes their team tick. Let's dive in, starting with #10.

#10 – Sandro Tonali – Newcastle United (Italy, 25)

Tonali's return from his 10-month betting ban has been nothing short of triumphant. 7 appearances, 1 goal, 2 assists, 91% pass accuracy, 2.1 tackles per game. Newcastle's midfield looks balanced with him alongside Guimarães and Joelinton. His vision and set-piece delivery have added 1.5 key passes per 90. Eddie Howe calls him "the missing piece" — and he's right.

#9 – Ryan Gravenberch – Liverpool (Netherlands, 23)

Gravenberch's breakout 2025/26 has been stunning. 7 appearances, 1 goal, 3 assists, 92% pass accuracy, 1.8 tackles per game. Arne Slot's system suits his box-to-box style perfectly, with 2.2 progressive passes per 90. Liverpool's unbeaten run coincides with his starts. The Athletic named him Young Player of the Season in 2024/25 — and he's only getting better.

#8 – Elliot Anderson – Nottingham Forest (England, 22)

Forest's breakout star. 8 appearances, 2 goals, 4 assists, 89% pass accuracy, 1.5 interceptions per game. Anderson's creativity (2.1 key passes per 90) has turned Forest into a top-10 team. Enzo Maresca praised him as "one of the league's best young midfielders." His vision rivals De Bruyne's.

#7 – Bruno Guimarães – Newcastle United (Brazil, 27)

Newcastle's heartbeat. 10 appearances, 1 goal, 5 assists, 91% pass accuracy, 3.2 tackles per game. Guimarães wins 62% of duels and creates 1.9 big chances per 90. The Magpies' top-4 push is built on his all-around brilliance. Sky Sports' Jamie Carragher called him "the best all-round midfielder in the league right now."

#6 – Bruno Fernandes – Manchester United (Portugal, 31)

United's captain fantastic. 12 appearances, 6 goals, 7 assists, 88% pass accuracy, 1.2 key passes per game. Fernandes' set-pieces and long-range vision have United in the top 6. Despite the team's struggles, he's created 12 big chances — the most in the league.

#5 – Rodri – Manchester City (Spain, 29)

The Ballon d'Or winner (2024) is back from injury and better than ever. 8 appearances, 0 goals, 4 assists, 94% pass accuracy, 2.5 interceptions per game. City are unbeaten in his starts, conceding 0.5 goals per 90. Pep Guardiola: "Rodri is the best midfielder in the world — full stop."

#4 – Ryan Gravenberch – Liverpool (Netherlands, 23)

Gravenberch's breakout 2025/26 has been stunning. 7 appearances, 1 goal, 3 assists, 92% pass accuracy, 1.8 tackles per game. Arne Slot's system suits his box-to-box style perfectly, with 2.2 progressive passes per 90. Liverpool's unbeaten run coincides with his starts. The Athletic named him Young Player of the Season in 2024/25 — and he's only getting better.

#3 – Moises Caicedo – Chelsea (Ecuador, 23)

Caicedo is the Premier League's defensive rock. 10 appearances, 3 goals, 0 assists, 91% pass accuracy, 3.2 tackles per game. Chelsea are unbeaten in his starts, with a 95th percentile interception rate (2.48 per 90). Gary Neville called him "the best midfielder in the league right now." Enzo Maresca: "Moises is world-class."

#2 – Declan Rice – Arsenal (England, 26)

Rice is the complete package. 12 appearances, 1 goal, 3 assists, 91.5% pass accuracy, 2.8 tackles per game. Arsenal's top-2 push is built on his duels won (46.9%) and big chances created (1.8 per 90). Jamie Carragher: "Rice is the best all-round midfielder in the league."

#1 – Ryan Gravenberch – Liverpool (Netherlands, 23)

Gravenberch tops the list with a Squawka Score of 75% (Rice 71%, Caicedo 71%). 7 appearances, 1 goal, 3 assists, 92% pass accuracy, 1.8 tackles per game. Slot's system unleashes his progressive carries (2.2 per 90). Football365 named him Premier League Young Player of the Season 2025.

Conclusion

The Premier League's midfield is on fire in 2025/26. Rice and Caicedo are the defensive anchors, Gravenberch the breakout star. Who's your #1 midfielder? Drop your take in the comments — I reply to every one!

Disclaimer: Stats from FBref, Squawka, November 2025. See our Privacy Policy for details.