No catching Premier League's fastest players Anthony Martial and Jamie Vardy

Manchester United forward Anthony Martial and Leicester striker Jamie Vardy have been clocked as the fastest players in the Barclays Premier League this season.

No catching Premier League's fastest players Anthony Martial and Jamie Vardy

EA Sports’ Player Performance Index shows both players have recorded a speed of 22 miles per hour (35.4kph) over five seconds, with Vardy setting the pace back in August in Leicester’s 2-1 win at West Ham.

Vardy’s rapid sprint was matched by France international Martial in Manchester United’s 3-3 draw against Newcastle at St James’ Park last week.

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