Two African talents have quietly ascended the ranks to join the elite group of top scorers, making waves with their prolific performances. Togolese striker Kevin Denkey and Guinean sensation Serhou Guirassy have left an indelible mark, securing positions among the continent’s premier goal-scorers.
Kevin Denkey, representing Cercle Bruges in Belgium, stands as a formidable force in the European scorers’ hierarchy, claiming an impressive 4th position overall and holding the distinction of being the leading scorer in the Belgian championship.
The 23-year-old Éperviers striker has notched an impressive 22 goals in 26 games this season, significantly contributing to his club’s positive trajectory.
Denkey, with a market value estimated at 8 million euros, traversed through Nîmes before making a substantial impact in the Belgian football scene.
On the other hand, Guinean forward Serhou Guirassy, despite experiencing a brief hiatus during the Africa Cup of Nations, retains a commendable standing within the top 20 European scorers.
Securing the 9th position with 18 goals in 17 matches for Stuttgart, Guirassy continues to showcase his goal-scoring prowess on the continental stage.
The current European scorers’ standings reflect the diverse talent pool making its mark across the football landscape:
1. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) – 27 goals
2. Luuk de Jong (PSV Eindhoven) – 22 goals
3. Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan) – 22 goals
4. Kevin Denkey (Cercle Bruges) – 22 goals
5. Kylian Mbappé (Paris Saint-Germain) – 21 goals
6. Vangelis Pavlidis (AZ Alkmaar) – 21 goals
7. Santiago Giménez (Feyenoord) – 19 goals
8. Serhou Guirassy (Stuttgart) – 18 goals
9. Edin Dzeko (Fenerbahçe) – 18 goals
10. Lawrence Shankland (Hearts of Midlothian) – 18 goals
In the dynamic landscape of European football, Denkey and Guirassy’s remarkable achievements underscore the continent’s rich diversity and the impactful contributions of African talent on the grand stage.
