Liverpool’s midfield has received a substantial boost with the arrival of Dominik Szoboszlai, who, following his $73m (£60m/€69m) summer signing, has quickly emerged as the fastest player on the team. The Hungarian midfielder’s energetic presence has injected vitality into Liverpool’s midfield, showcasing his knack for creating goal-scoring opportunities. With two goals and two assists this season, including a remarkable strike against Leicester City in the Carabao Cup, Szoboszlai is drawing comparisons to Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.
Yet, it’s not solely his attacking prowess that distinguishes Szoboszlai. According to Sky Sports (via the ECHO), he clocked a top speed of 36.76 km/h, securing the title of the fastest player in the Liverpool squad. This speed was notably on display during Liverpool’s away win against Wolves, where Szoboszlai sprinted back to thwart a potential counter-attack by Pedro Neto. Opta’s statistics confirm this sprint as the third-fastest in the Premier League since the start of the 2020/21 season, trailing only behind Kyle Walker of Manchester City and Chiedozie Ogbene of Luton Town.
Szoboszlai’s pace surpasses that of Liverpool’s star forward Darwin Núñez, who held the title of the fastest player in the team last season. The addition of Szoboszlai’s speed and dynamism to Liverpool’s midfield provides manager Jürgen Klopp with another attacking weapon, as his ability to cover ground swiftly contributes both defensively and offensively. As Liverpool aims for major honors this season, Szoboszlai’s speed could be crucial in breaking down opposition defenses and creating scoring opportunities. In adapting to the Premier League, Liverpool fans can anticipate more electrifying displays from their new speed merchant in the seasons ahead.