Key players logged most minutes for Premier League clubs

Many Premier League players are now playing significant minutes this season. Analyzing who has logged the most time at each club reveals key insights about teams, player importance, and injury management. At Arsenal, defender William Saliba has played 2,366 minutes, missing only a few games due to suspension and injury. His consistent presence has been crucial for the team's defensive strength. Aston Villa's Youri Tielemans has also stood out, playing 2,496 minutes and adapting well to manager Unai Emery's system. Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez leads their squad with 2,541 minutes. He has been vital on the left side, contributing significantly to the team's attack. Brentford’s Nathan Collins, with 2,610 minutes, has not missed a minute this season, showing his reliability in defense. Other clubs also exhibit similar patterns. Brighton's Jan Paul van Hecke has played 2,331 minutes, benefiting from injuries to teammates. Chelsea's Moises Caicedo, with 2,546 minutes, plays an essential role in midfield. For Crystal Palace, captain Marc Guehi (2,430 minutes) has been a consistent leader in defense. In Everton, James Tarkowski leads with 2,602 minutes, proving crucial to a solid defense. Fulham's Antonee Robinson has 2,538 minutes, showing reliability in both defense and attack. Meanwhile, at Ipswich, Leif Davis has logged 2,463 minutes, a constant presence despite team changes. Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk has played every minute this season while Manchester City's Erling Haaland has also been pivotal, scoring 21 goals. Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot (2,487 minutes) has been a valuable player across multiple positions. Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes is noted as the team's heartbeat with 2,431 minutes. For Nottingham Forest, Ola Aina has 2,535 minutes, key to their surprising success. Southampton’s Kyle Walker-Peters, Tottenham's Pedro Porro, West Ham's Maximilian Kilman, and Wolves’ Rayan Ait-Nouri also lead their clubs in minutes played, highlighting their importance. Overall, these statistics show which players are essential to their teams, as well as the impact of injuries and squad management this season.