5 Northern Irish players are registered with Premier League clubs in 2026/27, at 4 clubs. Sunderland have the most, with 2. Up to 1 October 2026.
| Player | Club | Position | Age | Mins | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Ballard | Sunderland | Defender | 27 | 450 | 0 | 0 |
| Shea Charles | Fulham | Midfielder | 22 | 303 | 0 | 0 |
| Trai Hume | Sunderland | Defender | 24 | 206 | 0 | 0 |
| Paddy McNair | Hull | Defender | 31 | 26 | 0 | 0 |
| Braiden Graham | Everton | Midfielder | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Sorted by Premier League minutes this season. Nationality as the data feed lists it, so a dual national appears under one country only. Club counts: Sunderland 2, Everton 1, Fulham 1, Hull City 1.
Common questions
How many Northern Irish players are in the Premier League?
5 in 2026/27, at 4 clubs, counting each player under the nationality the data feed lists, as of 1 October 2026.
Which Premier League club has the most Northern Irish players?
Sunderland, with 2.