Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has been ranked among the most impactful players in Europe’s top five leagues, according to Transfermarkt’s latest ranking.
The Nigerian international joins elite names like Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah, Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, and Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush on the list.
The ranking evaluates players based on their percentage contribution to their team’s league goals, with Simon securing eighth place, highlighting his crucial role for struggling Ligue 1 side Nantes.
Despite Nantes sitting 14th in the league with 24 points from 25 matches—just three points above the relegation zone—Simon has been a consistent performer.
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He has scored six league goals, second only to Matthis Abline at the club, and registered seven assists, making him one of the most creative players in the division. His total of 13 goal involvements accounts for an impressive 46.4% of Nantes’ 28 league goals, the highest contribution for any player in Ligue 1.
Simon contracts with Nantes expires next summer.
Top 10 Most Influential Players in Europe’s Top Leagues:
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) – 63.8%
- Nikola Krstovic (Lecce) – 60.0%
- Alexander Isak (Newcastle) – 52.2%
- Tim Kleindienst (Borussia Mönchengladbach) – 51.3%
- Ante Budimir (Osasuna) – 50.0%
- Omar Marmoush (Manchester City) – 49.0%
- Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest) – 46.7%
- Moses Simon (Nantes) – 46.4%
- Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa) – 46.3%
- Liam Delap (Ipswich) – 46.2%
Simon’s performances have not gone unnoticed, with clubs like Marseille, OGC Nice, and AS Roma reportedly considering a summer move for the 28-year-old winger.
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On the international scene, Simon has been included in Nigeria’s 39-man provisional squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. As the Super Eagles push for a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Simon’s form could be crucial in securing qualification.
