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Bradley Barcola needed only 26 minutes of his Liverpool debut to claim the title of fastest player in the Premier League so far this season.
Liverpool faced tough negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain, ultimately agreeing to a deal worth up to $166 million (£123 million) to secure the French international's move to Anfield late in the summer transfer window.
Barcola made his debut as a substitute in Liverpool's 2–0 victory over Ipswich Town on Friday, during which he reached a top speed not yet surpassed in the Premier League this season.
The Fastest Players in the Premier League So Far
Player | Speed |
|---|---|
Bradley Barcola | 35.9 km/h |
Milan van Ewijk | 35.3 km/h |
Pedro Neto | 35.3 km/h |
Kristoffer Ajer | 35.1 km/h |
Rayan | 35.1 km/h |
Ian Maatsen | 35.0 km/h |
Anthony Elanga | 34.9 km/h |
Reinildo | 34.9 km/h |
Alexander Isak | 34.8 km/h |
Cristhian Mosquera | 34.8 km/h |
Víctor Muñoz | 34.8 km/h |
*Data provided by FotMob
Barcola Adding Much-Needed Dynamism to Liverpool's Attack
One of the main criticisms of Liverpool's attack last season was a noticeable lack of intensity. The Reds frequently appeared sluggish and uninspired, with an off-form Mohamed Salah epitomising the team's difficulties.
Clearly intent on revitalising the squad's energy levels, new manager Andoni Iraola made attacking additions a top priority, particularly following Salah's departure to Trabzonspor. Barcola was the marquee signing and has wasted no time in demonstrating his qualities.
In addition to his blistering top speed of 35.9 km/h, Barcola also registered six sprints during his 26-minute cameo. By comparison, Cody Gakpo completed 11 sprints across the full 90 minutes.
While Barcola grabbed the headlines from a physical standpoint, fellow new arrival Víctor Muñoz has also impressed, matching striker Alexander Isak with a top speed of 34.8 km/h.
Remarkably, of the 11 highest speeds recorded in the Premier League this season, Liverpool account for three of them.
Andoni Iraola's Impact Being Felt
Iraola's tenure at Bournemouth was characterised by a relentless, high-intensity style that saw his side press aggressively and create havoc from start to finish.
The new boss has attempted to replicate that approach at Liverpool, though results have been inconsistent so far. During preseason, he raised eyebrows by admitting his players had the fitness to sustain their intensity for only 30 minutes, and late collapses in friendlies against Leeds United and Monaco appeared to confirm his concerns.
Liverpool are evidently still a team in development, with Friday's victory being just their first of the season, but having three players among the league's quickest is precisely the kind of signal Iraola will welcome, offering confidence that his squad can meet his demanding physical standards.
Their fitness levels will face a stern test in midweek when Atlético Madrid travel to Anfield to kick off the league phase of the 2026–27 Champions League.