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The 23 Best Forwards in the Bundesliga Right Now – Ranked from Lowest to Highest

April 30, 2025 Rasmus Kristensen

Who are the best-performing forwards in the Bundesliga this season? According to Opta Analyst, the answer isn’t based on reputation or highlights—but on cold, hard data.

Using a detailed statistical model, Opta has ranked the league’s most effective attackers by evaluating key performance metrics such as appearances, minutes played, goals, expected goals (xG), goals vs xG, total shots, shots on target, conversion rate, and xG per shot. These advanced stats offer a deeper understanding of how clinical and efficient each player has been.

The result is a list of 23 forwards who are not just scoring—but doing so with consistency, precision, and real value beyond the numbers. Here’s the full ranking.

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23. Lucas Höler – SC Freiburg

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A tireless worker in Freiburg’s front line, Höler excels with pressing and intelligent movement. He may not grab headlines, but his contribution is vital.

22. Maximilian Beier – Borussia Dortmund

Now donning black and yellow, Beier adds speed and sharp finishing to Dortmund’s frontline. He’s emerging as a dynamic weapon in their system.

21. Nick Woltemade – VfB Stuttgart

A tall and technically gifted striker, Woltemade has added flair and depth to Stuttgart’s front line. He’s growing into a dependable contributor.

20. Vincenzo Grifo – SC Freiburg

Grifo continues to be Freiburg’s creative heartbeat. With pinpoint deliveries and clever passing, he remains one of the league’s best set-piece threats.

19. Victor Boniface – Bayer Leverkusen

Boniface’s mix of strength and agility makes him a nightmare for defenders. He plays a key role in Leverkusen’s explosive attack.

18. Marvin Pieringer – 1. FC Heidenheim

Pieringer has led the line with fight and presence for newly promoted Heidenheim. His physicality and hold-up play have been crucial.

17. Florian Wirtz – Bayer Leverkusen

Wirtz’s vision and close control set him apart. While not a traditional striker, his attacking influence is undeniable.

16. Mohammed Amoura – VfL Wolfsburg

Amoura’s raw pace and direct style add danger to Wolfsburg’s transitions. He constantly puts defenders under pressure with his aggressive runs.

15. Michael Olise – Bayern Munich

Olise brings flair and unpredictability to Bayern’s right flank. His ability to create one-on-one openings gives Bayern a valuable edge.

14. Loïs Openda – RB Leipzig

Openda’s acceleration and lethal finishing make him one of Leipzig’s top scoring threats. He’s thriving as their main striker this season.

13. Marvin Ducksch – Werder Bremen

Ducksch is a clever forward with vision and an eye for goal. He’s equally comfortable scoring or setting up teammates.

12. Jamal Musiala – Bayern Munich

Jamal Musiala celebrating a goal — Vitalii Vitleo / Shutterstock.com

Musiala remains one of Europe’s most exciting young attackers. His dribbling and creativity constantly unlock tight defenses.

11. Benjamin Sesko – RB Leipzig

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Sesko blends power and finesse in a promising package. He’s developing into a clinical finisher with excellent movement.

10. Leroy Sané – Bayern Munich

Sané is in top form, using his pace and technique to devastating effect. He remains a major threat cutting in from the wing.

9. Deniz Undav – VfB Stuttgart

Undav has stepped up in Stuttgart’s strong campaign. With instinctive positioning and quick reactions, he’s become their key scorer.

8. Andrej Kramaric – TSG Hoffenheim

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Kramaric is Hoffenheim’s attacking maestro. His intelligence and smooth finishing continue to deliver consistent performances.

7. Patrik Schick – Bayer Leverkusen

Schick is back to his clinical best. With a lethal left foot and sharp instincts, he remains one of the Bundesliga’s top strikers.

6. Ermedin Demirović – VfB Stuttgart

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Demirović has thrived since joining Stuttgart, stepping up as a reliable goal scorer and pressing machine. His intensity, clever runs, and improved finishing have made him a key figure in one of the league’s most exciting teams.

5. Jonathan Burkardt – Mainz 05

Burkardt’s energy and drive make him Mainz’s most important attacker. He contributes with both pressing and timely goals.

4. Tim Kleindienst – Borussia Mönchengladbach

Kleindienst has adapted seamlessly at Gladbach. His physical presence and aerial threat have made him a consistent scoring option.

3. Harry Kane – Bayern Munich

Kane has taken the Bundesliga by storm with his goal tally and link-up play. He remains one of the world’s most complete strikers.

2. Serhou Guirassy – Borussia Dortmund

Guirassy’s sensational form for Dortmund has been game-changing. Strong, decisive, and clinical — he’s among the league’s most feared finishers.

1. Hugo Ekitiké – Eintracht Frankfurt

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Ekitiké tops the list after exploding onto the scene at Frankfurt. His speed, flair, and goal instinct have made him this spring’s standout forward.