As the 2025/2026 season draws to a close, African forwards are once again dominating the headlines across Europe’s most prestigious leagues. From the clinical finishing in the Premier League to the physical dominance seen in the Süper Lig, these players have become the focal points of their respective clubs.
Here is a breakdown of the top five highest-scoring African forwards in the major European leagues as of May 2026.
1. Paul Onuachu (Nigeria) – 22 Goals
Club: Trabzonspor (Süper Lig)
The towering Nigerian has been the undisputed star of Turkish football this year. After moving permanently to Trabzonspor in the summer of 2025, Onuachu has revitalized his career, leading the Süper Lig Golden Boot race. His unique blend of aerial dominance and technical finishing has seen him account for a massive share of Trabzonspor’s goals, including several acrobatic strikes that have gone viral on social media.
2. Serhou Guirassy (Guinea) – 16 Goals
Club: Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga)
Building on his incredible 13-goal Champions League campaign last season, Guirassy has cemented his status as an elite center-forward. Despite some inconsistency in Dortmund’s overall form, his 16 Bundesliga goals (including three penalties) have kept BVB in the hunt for European qualification. He is now widely regarded as one of the most reliable finishers on the continent.
3. Antoine Semenyo (Ghana) – 15 Goals
Club: Manchester City (Premier League)
Semenyo has completed a meteoric rise this season. After a blistering start at Bournemouth, he secured a high-profile move to Manchester City in the January 2026 window. With 15 Premier League goals so far, he is currently the highest-scoring African player in the Premier League, outperforming established names like Mohamed Salah and Bryan Mbeumo. His ability to produce elite numbers from a wide position has made him a key asset for Pep Guardiola.
4. Mohamed Bayo (Guinea) – 15 Goals
Club: Gaziantep FK (Süper Lig, on loan from Lille)
Bayo has found a new lease on life in Turkey. On loan from Lille, the Guinean international has thrived as the focal point for Gaziantep. His 15 goals have been a mix of predatory penalty-area finishes and powerful left-footed strikes, sparking rumors that Lille may look to integrate him back into their squad for next season.
5. Victor Osimhen (Nigeria) – 15 Goals
Club: Galatasaray (Süper Lig)
Osimhen’s permanent move to Galatasaray was the headline transfer of the year. Although an ulna injury sustained in the Champions League Round of 16 against Liverpool sidelined him for several weeks, his impact has still been immense. He has netted 15 league goals, helping power Galatasaray toward another league title. When healthy, he remains arguably the most dangerous No. 9 in world football.
Other Notable Mentions
While the top five have stolen the spotlight, several other African talents have enjoyed productive campaigns:
| Player | Goals | Club | Country |
| Yan Diomande | 12 | RB Leipzig | Côte d’Ivoire |
| Bamba Dieng | 10 | FC Lorient | Senegal |
| Lassine Sinayoko | 10 | AJ Auxerre | Mali |
| Akor Adams | 9 | Sevilla | Nigeria |
| Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang | 9 | Olympique Marseille | Gabon |
| Gift Orban | 7 | Hellas Verona | Nigeria |
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