The 20 Most Used Players of the 2024/25 Season

July 18, 2025 Oliver Obel

Across a demanding season filled with domestic, European, and international fixtures, a select group of players stood out not just for their performances—but for their sheer availability. From midfield engines to commanding centre-backs and ever-reliable goalkeepers, here are the 20 players who logged the most minutes across all competitions in 2024/25.

20. Marc Cucurella – 5,295 minutes

Marc Cucurella became a surprise workhorse for Chelsea, featuring heavily in both Premier League and European fixtures. His high-energy style and versatility on the left flank made him a go-to option throughout the campaign.

19. Jan Oblak – 5,310 minutes

Atlético Madrid’s shot-stopping stalwart once again proved irreplaceable. Jan Oblak’s consistency and reliability helped anchor Diego Simeone’s side across a long and competitive season.

18. Vitinha – 5,347 minutes

PSG’s Portuguese midfielder Vitinha had a breakout year, earning minutes in Ligue 1 and Champions League alike. His agility, technical craft and tactical understanding kept him in Luis Enrique’s plans throughout.

17. Jules Koundé – 5,384 minutes

Koundé continued to be a cornerstone of Barcelona’s defense. His ability to play both centrally and at right-back contributed to his extensive game time in 2024/25.

16. Gregor Kobel – 5,385 minutes

Borussia Dortmund’s last line of defense was once again Gregor Kobel, whose commanding presence between the posts earned him over 5,000 minutes. His shot-stopping ability proved key in multiple tight matches.

15. Lamine Yamal – 5,397 minutes

At just 17, Lamine Yamal made an extraordinary impact on Barcelona’s season. His maturity and dribbling brilliance ensured he was a regular starter despite his youth.

14. William Saliba – 5,425 minutes

Saliba was the rock in Arsenal’s back line, rarely rotated and always reliable. His composure, aerial strength and clean tackling were essential in the Gunners’ title push.

13. David Raya – 5,430 minutes

The Spanish goalkeeper featured in nearly every match for Arsenal after cementing his spot ahead of Ramsdale. His calm distribution and clutch saves defined his season.

12. Virgil van Dijk – 5,446 minutes

Liverpool’s captain returned to his best form in 2024/25, marshalling the defense with authority. His leadership and positional awareness earned him massive minutes.

11. Josko Gvardiol – 5,461 minutes

Joško Gvardiol — Photo: Ververidis Vasilis / Shutterstock.com

The Croatian defender adapted seamlessly into Pep Guardiola’s system at Manchester City. His physicality and tactical sharpness made him one of City’s most used players.

10. Kylian Mbappé – 5,527 minutes

Mbappé’s first season at Real Madrid saw him play nearly every game. His explosive pace and goal threat remained central to the team’s attacking output.

9. Jonathan Tah – 5,544 minutes

Starting the season at Bayer Leverkusen and finishing it with Bayern Munich, Tah was a colossus at the back. His towering displays and consistency across clubs earned him a place in this elite list.

8. Aurélien Tchouaméni – 5,609 minutes

Tchouaméni played a vital role for Real Madrid in both midfield and defense when required. His tactical discipline and strength in duels made him a manager’s dream.

7. Jude Bellingham – 5,707 minutes

Bellingham’s debut season at Madrid couldn’t have been more productive. He combined tireless running with leadership, playing almost every match possible and scoring regularly.

6. Joshua Kimmich – 5,738 minutes

A metronome in Bayern Munich’s midfield, Kimmich once again displayed extraordinary durability. His passing range and defensive awareness earned him relentless minutes in every competition.

5. Tijjani Reijnders – 5,787 minutes

Splitting his season between AC Milan and Manchester City, Reijnders maintained his influence in both squads. His versatility and work rate allowed him to thrive in midfield regardless of the shirt.

4. Achraf Hakimi – 5,844 minutes

Hakimi’s attacking threat from right-back gave PSG an extra edge all season. His relentless stamina and technical ability made him undroppable in domestic and European matches.

3. Mike Maignan – 5,926 minutes

AC Milan’s ever-present goalkeeper Mike Maignan had a stellar campaign, both in Serie A and Europe. His commanding presence and reflex saves kept him on the pitch week in, week out.

2. Bruno Fernandes – 5,994 minutes

Manchester United’s talisman played almost every available minute, once again showing unmatched durability. Whether creating chances or pressing high, Bruno never seemed to tire.

1. Federico Valverde – 6,480 minutes

Valverde’s engine was unmatched in 2024/25, racking up a staggering 6,480 minutes. His versatility, playing across midfield and on the wing, combined with relentless energy, made him Real Madrid’s most used—and arguably most vital—player.