Stats reveal Liverpool star is the best in the league on one particular metric

Statistical analysis by Squawka shows that Liverpool star Darwin Nunez is the best Premier League forward in 2024 so far

Squawka research reports that Liverpool star Darwin Nunez is the best Premier League forward in the year 2024 so far. The stat-based site compares its data with Opta data to classify forwards according to their performances.

Nunez has played a pivotal role for the Reds this season, helping them challenge for several trophies from the beginning. Liverpool are currently second in the Premier League, behind Arsenal in goal difference and one point ahead of Manchester City.

Furthermore, they will face Atalanta in the Europe League quarter-finals in April with the ambition to win the trophy. The Reds have already secured the Carabao Cup trophy after beating Chelsea in the finals despite the injury crisis.

Darwin faced criticism from the media for his lack of composure and ability to finish easy chances. Nevertheless, the Uruguay international has been prolific in front of goals and won Liverpool numerous important games with his contributions.

The 24-year-old has made 42 appearances for the Reds this season, contributing with 17 goals and 14 assists so far. Nunez has been influential in overall play for Liverpool, working hard on and off the ball relentlessly in every game.

ESPN reported the Squawka research, concluding that Darwin is the best Premier League forward in 2024 so far. The categories to make an assessment involve xG (expected goals without penalties, goals, goals and assists, expected assists, and great chances created.

Fakes completed, possession won in the defensive room, shots, shots placed, the precision of shots, the Percentage of shots that end in a goal and touches in the rival area are the categories as well.

The 24-year-old obtained a score of 78% in total based on what he statistically performs on average every 90 minutes. Furthermore, the report put Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa as the second-best striker with a score of 76%.

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Nunez has become an immediate fan favourite due to the passion and desire he shows for the Reds jersey. The Uruguayan has every quality and mental resilience to become one of the best forwards to play at Anfield.