Xherdan Shaqiri previously held this record, scoring 8 goals in the 2017/18 season. As of midday, Okafor stands among the most prolific Swiss forwards in Premier League history.

In comparison, Erling Haaland currently leads the Premier League Golden Boot race with 24 goals. Igor Thiago follows closely behind with 22 goals.

Mohamed Salah won the Golden Boot last season with an impressive 29 goals. Meanwhile, Gabriel Magalhaes has netted 20 goals since joining Arsenal, making him the highest-scoring defender during that period.

The Premier League top scorers table was updated on May 2, 2026. Okafor’s performance could significantly impact his team’s standing as they compete for European qualification.

Further developments are expected as the season progresses. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if Okafor can break Shaqiri’s long-standing record.

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