Written by 
Samuel – December 15, 2024
Players at Europe prominent teams can begin to analyze their first-half season performances as we approach the midpoint of the season.
Many footballers have found their groove in their respective teams, delivering on the global stage while also playing a vital role in their club.
On the flip side, some players are failing to perform at their best since they are yet to settle as the season approaches its halfway point, and there is still considerable potential for improvement.
Several players, particularly those in the attacking position, have started the season on a high note, serving as the primary creators for their teams and distributing line-breaking passes in the final third.
Therefore, we are going to examine the best chance creators who have provided the most assist in the prominent European Leagues.
Bukayo Saka
The Gunner’s winger has continued his sensational form from the previous three seasons with another outstanding performance this season.
His contribution to Arsenal’s attack has been crucial to the success of Mikel Arteta’s tactics, with ten assists this season, leading the Premier League assists charts.
It is peculiar to see a winger top the Premier League assist list given the number of phenomenal attacking midfielders in the league, but Bukayo Saka has demonstrated his passing prowess.
Furthermore, he has fifteen goal involvement for Arsenal in the league, making him one on the top attackers so far.
Lamine Yamal
The Spanish sensational talent has proven his ability under new manager Hansi Flick across all competitions so far.
He has shown versatility by ball dribbling, scoring goals, and most importantly providing assists.
The 17-year-old Spaniard currently tops the LaLiga assists table with ten, as Barcelona can consider themselves lucky to have such a gifted player.
His passing abilities span long and small distances, with one of his signature assists being the “Trivela pass”, which many players have failed to execute properly.
Omar Marmoush & Vincenzo Grifo
Bundesliga currently has two players tied at the top of the assist chart, with Omar Marmoush and Vincenzo Grifo.
Omar Marmoush, the Frankfurt forward is in the finest form of his career and having a breakout season, gaining global recognition.
Meanwhile, in addition to his exceptional passing ability, he is a prolific goal scorer, ranking second in the Bundesliga with one goal behind Harry Kane at the top.
He has piqued the interest of numerous elite clubs, and a big summer move is anticipated if he maintains his excellent form.
Conversely, Vincenzo Grifo, the Freiburg midfielder, has been fantastic this season, contributing significantly to his team’s goals thus far, and we expect a successful season ahead of him.
Nuno Tavares
The Portuguese defender is having an incredible season for Lazio following his summer loan move from Arsenal.
His statistics are beginning to speak volumes, proving critics wrong. He leads the Serie A assist tally with eight this season.
His passes and crosses have immensely improved along his overall play and it’s no surprise that he’s bagging assist virtually every game.
Joao Neves
Neves is having a dream start at Paris Saint-Germain as he continues to impress as the season progresses.
The Portuguese midfielder has six assists in the league so far, topping the total assist chart.
Meanwhile, his main strength lies in his ability to find runners and set up a counter attack with a single pass.
Verdict
The aforementioned players are presently having the best performances in their respective leagues as we approach the mid-point of the season, with their stats expected to improve as the season progresses.