Top players from Europe’s top leagues are showcasing their scoring abilities as the competition for the 2024–25 European Golden Shoe heats up. There will be intense rivalry for the coveted award this season in the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Ligue 1.
1 Harry Kane | Bayern Munich | 14 goals
With 14 goals, Harry Kane of Bayern Munich, the current Golden Shoe winner, is once again at the forefront. The Englishman, who scored 36 goals in his first Bundesliga season last season, is still in control and appears ready to defend his title.
2 Robert Lewandowski | Barcelona | 14 goals
Another competitor with 14 goals, Robert Lewandowski of Barcelona, is vying for his third Golden Shoe in five years. Even in his thirties, the Polish striker is still a vital part of Barcelona’s title hopes, establishing a deadly relationship with youthful players like Raphinha and Lamine Yamal.
3 Erling Haaland | Manchester City | 12 goals
Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, last season’s runner-up, is back in the hunt with 12 goals. The Norwegian goal machine is determined to reclaim his position at the top after narrowly missing out last season.
4 Mohamed Salah | Liverpool | 11 goals
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah, with 11 goals, is also in the mix, balancing his Premier League commitments with Champions League duties.
5 Mateo Retegui | Atalanta | 12 goals
The Argentine-born forward has found his stride in Serie A under Gian Piero Gasperini’s tutelage.
6 Omar Marmoush | Eintracht Frankfurt | 11 goals
The Egyptian forward has been a revelation in the Bundesliga, dazzling fans with his form.
7 Bradley Barcola | PSG | 10 goals
Barcola is on the money for Paris Saint-Germain with his consistent strike rate in Ligue 1.
8 Christopher Wood | Nottingham Forest | 9 goals
Winning the confidence of the Forest faithful with his 12-goal haul last season, Wood is now the go-to man at the club in the final third.
9 Bryan Mbeumo | Brentford | 8 goals
The Cameroonian forward is a crucial cog in the Bees’ campaign this time around.
10 Cole Palmer | Chelsea | 8 goals
The former Manchester City player has blended well in the Blues’ scheme of things, with a lot of fans looking up to the England international.
11 Mason Greenwood | Marseille | 8 goals
The former Manchester United man is also one of the early leaders in the race to the European Golden Shoe.
12 Moise Kean | Fiorentina | 8 goals
The Italian forward is out to prove his critics wrong from the days he was dubbed an Everton flop to failing to score in 19 Serie A outings with Juventus last season.
13 Vinicius Junior | Real Madrid | 8 goals
Vinicius Junior’s hat trick in Real Madrid’s 4-0 win over Osasuna and some more strikes in La Liga have the Brazilian in the mix.
14 Raphinha | Barcelona | 7 goals
Raphinha has stepped in whenever required and more so has found the net even in Lewandowski’s absence.
15 Ayoze Perez | Villarreal | 7 goals
The Tenerife native has been pretty consistent as far as scoring goals for Villarreal this season.
16 Jonathan David | Lille | 7 goals
Jonathan David is also among those in the running for the Golden Shoe this season.
17 Yoane Wissa | Brentford | 7 goals.
The DR Congo international is a composed finisher on both his right and left, with the ability to take defenders on in one-on-one situations thanks to his agility and pace to get in behind defenders. He and Bryan Mbeumo have been the main Scorers for Brentford since Ivan Toney left for Saudi Arabia.
18 Marcus Thuram | Inter | 7 goals
Marcus Thuram is also among the players in contention for the Golden Shoe prize.
19 Matheus Cunha | Wolves | 7 goals
A versatile, right-footed forward with the ability to excel both as a central striker and from wide positions, Brazilian attacker Matheus Cunha has shown impressive form this season for Wolves despite the team’s relegation battle. Known for his skill in dribbling, positioning and playmaking between defensive lines, he’s been a standout in what has been a challenging campaign for the Molineux side.
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