Chelsea may cash in on Cole Palmer after a surprisingly low personal PPG this season amid Manchester United interest. Punters could back United to improve with a Palmer signing or price Chelsea more cautiously in matches he features in. Below is a club-by-club rundown of each Premier League side’s lowest PPG player (min. eight apps).
Premier League 2025/26: Worst Player by Personal PPG (Minimum 8 Appearances)
This analysis ranks each club’s least productive player so far in current Premier League season by personal points per game (PPG). It flags patterns where a player’s presence or absence appears to influence team form — useful context for match and transfer-related betting markets.
Betting implications to watch
Absence-driven form swings stand out: Villa improved after Tyrone Mings’ injury, Bournemouth fared better without Eli Junior Kroupi in a poor run, and Brentford saw results pick up while Dango Ouattara was at AFCON. For punters, consider player availability, imminent transfers (e.g., Cole Palmer), and whether a team historically performs better without the named individual before placing match or futures bets.
Full list — Club-by-club summaries
Arsenal — Noni Madueke (1.79 PPG)
Madueke has struggled to justify his signing so far, failing to score in the league for over a year and delivering a low PPG despite Arsenal’s title charge. Squad depth and rotation are relevant when assessing Arsenal in tight fixtures.
Aston Villa — Tyrone Mings (1.13 PPG)
Villa’s upturn coincided with Mings’ injury layoff; he started the club’s early winless run and missed games during the revival. Punters should note Villa’s improved results without him when evaluating upcoming match odds.
Bournemouth — Eli Junior Kroupi (1.17 PPG)
The 19-year-old has scored seven goals but was present during a winless stretch; Bournemouth were unbeaten in matches he missed. Bettors might price Bournemouth more favorably when Kroupi is unavailable.
Brentford — Dango Ouattara (1.18 PPG)
Brentford collected four wins and a draw while Ouattara was at AFCON; results dipped after his return. Consider international call-ups when assessing Brentford’s short-term prospects.
Brighton — Charalampos Kostoulas (1.08 PPG)
The young Greek has promise but limited minutes and late substitutions have suppressed his impact. Brighton’s rotation policy makes him a less reliable factor for match-specific bets.
Burnley — Armando Broja (0.29 PPG)
Injuries and limited minutes have left Broja with a very low PPG; Burnley’s wins often occurred without him. Monitor his fitness before backing Burnley in markets dependent on striker form.
Chelsea — Cole Palmer (1.00 PPG)
Chelsea average around a point per game when Palmer plays; he scored in the only two wins he featured in. With reported Manchester United interest and Palmer described as open to a move, futures and transfer-related markets should react — punters might back United to strengthen or avoid backing Chelsea when Palmer is in the line-up until his situation clarifies.
Crystal Palace — Christantus Uche (0.45 PPG)
Limited minutes and sporadic usage have produced a low PPG for Uche, despite flashes in short appearances. Palace’s form appears independent of his involvement.
Everton — Tyler Dibling (1.00 PPG)
A tricky first season at Everton for Dibling, who has struggled for starts and end-product. Expect changes as opportunities increase; current metrics suggest caution when factoring him into bets.
Fulham — Adama Traore (1.20 PPG)
Traore’s role has been under review with his departure likely, and his PPG won’t be a long-term factor if he leaves. Transfer movement could shift Fulham’s attacking profile.
Leeds — Daniel James (0.70 PPG)
James missed an extended period due to injury; Leeds’ results were better without him. His return may not guarantee a starting spot, which affects Leeds’ attacking outlook.
Liverpool — Rio Ngumoha (1.00 PPG)
The teenager’s early cameo promise has not consistently translated into starts or wins; Liverpool have won only sparingly when he features. He remains a fringe influence on outcomes.
Manchester City — Rodri (1.45 PPG)
Rodri’s comeback has been cautious and, unexpectedly, City haven’t consistently won when he starts. Fitness and minutes management are key when pricing City in tight fixtures.
Manchester United — Joshua Zirkzee (1.43 PPG)
Zirkzee’s role has been reduced under new management, and United have secured big results with different selections. Market watchers should factor squad rotation and tactical shifts into United bets.
Newcastle United — Anthony Elanga (1.29 PPG)
Elanga sits low on PPG despite Newcastle’s mixed campaign; defensive and tactical setups have more bearing on results than his individual form.
Nottingham Forest — Arnaud Kalimuendo (0.22 PPG)
Kalimuendo’s limited starts and multiple managerial changes saw him underused; he rediscovered form after a loan move. Forest’s attacking outlook can shift significantly when loanees move on.
Sunderland — Simon Adingra (1.07 PPG)
Adingra began brightly but hasn’t featured in wins recently; Sunderland appear to reassess their wide options, which impacts short-term attacking markets.
Tottenham Hotspur — Randal Kolo Muani (0.87 PPG)
A difficult season for Kolo Muani on loan, with a sparse goal return. His future looks uncertain, making Spurs’ forward options volatile for punters.
West Ham — Soungoutou Magassa (0.50 PPG)
Barely used since his signing, Magassa’s limited minutes mean he’s not yet influencing West Ham’s results; selling or loan moves would change midfield depth and markets.
Wolves — Ki-Jana Hoever (0.00 PPG)
Hoever’s appearances coincided with defeats, and he was moved on loan; his absence correlated with an eventual positive result for shells that trusted him late on. Wolves’ defensive stability should be considered without him.
Conclusion
Personal PPG highlights anomalies where individual players correlate with poor team returns. For betting, the crucial signals are injuries, international absences, and likely transfers (Cole Palmer chief among them). Use availability and manager selection trends as a filter before committing to match, goalscorer, or futures wagers.
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