Mohamed Salah Misses Out on Premier League Player of the Season Nomination 2026
Announcement of the Player of the Season Nominees
The Premier League has officially revealed the shortlist for the 2025–2026 Player of the Season award, with just two rounds remaining in the competition.
A major surprise in the list was the absence of Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, forward of Liverpool FC and last season’s winner of the award.
Full List of Nominees
The eight shortlisted players are:
- Bruno Fernandes – Manchester United
- Gabriel dos Santos – Arsenal
- Morgan Gibbs-White – Nottingham Forest
- Erling Haaland – Manchester City
- David Raya – Arsenal
- Declan Rice – Arsenal
- Antoine Semenyo – Manchester City
- Igor Thiago – Brentford
Voting Process
The Premier League confirmed that the winner will be decided through:
- Fan voting
- A panel of football experts
Voting will remain open until Monday afternoon, with the final winner announced next week.
Historic Context of the Award
Five players have won the award twice:
- Thierry Henry
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Kevin De Bruyne
- Nemanja Vidić
Cristiano Ronaldo remains the only player to have won it in consecutive seasons.
Mohamed Salah’s Situation
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool FC is set to feature in the final matches of the season, with manager Arne Slot confirming he may play limited minutes against Aston Villa, followed by the final Premier League match against Brentford.
FAQ
Why was Mohamed Salah not nominated?
No official reason was provided despite being the defending winner.
How many players are nominated?
Eight players.
Who organizes the award?
The Premier League.
How is the winner decided?
Through fan voting and expert panel selection.
When will the winner be announced?
Next week.
