Premier League Young Player of the Season 2023/24: List of nominees and past winners
The race for the Premier League's hottest young talent heats up! Eight rising stars are in the running for the Young Player of the Season award, even with the season's final whistle still to blow. Can anyone dethrone Haaland or will City reign supreme yet again? Dive in to see who's making waves and vote for your favorite now!
Established Stars Continue to Shine
Phil Foden (Manchester City): Already the FWA Footballer of the Year, Foden adds another nomination to his collection after a stellar campaign for City's title charge.
Erling Haaland (Manchester City): While not replicating his record-breaking goal haul from last season, Haaland remains the Golden Boot favorite and is nominated for both major Player of the Season awards.
Breakout Performers Take the Spotlight
Alexander Isak (Newcastle United): The Swedish striker became the first Newcastle player in over two decades to score 20 Premier League goals, earning him nominations for both Player and Young Player of the Season.
Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United): A beacon of hope in a disappointing season for United, 18-year-old Mainoo's midfield performances earned him a surprise England call-up despite missing a significant part of the season through injury.
Young Guns Making Their Mark
Cole Palmer (Chelsea): Signed from Manchester City last summer, Palmer has thrived in a young Chelsea team. His impressive goal contributions place him among the youngest players ever to achieve 30+ in a single season.
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal): The young leader of Arsenal's title challenge, Saka tops the Gunners in both goals and assists.
Defensive Stalwarts Deserve Recognition
William Saliba (Arsenal): Arsenal's title hopes were dashed last season by Saliba's injury. This season, his ever-present defensive presence has been a key factor in the Gunners' strong backline.
Injury Disrupts a Promising Season
Destiny Udogie (Tottenham): Despite a season cut short by injury, Udogie quickly became a valuable part of Tottenham's attacking play under manager Ange Postecoglou. Tottenham's recent struggles seem to coincide with his absence.
Award Announcement Date
The winner of the Young Player of the Season award will be revealed on Tuesday, May 21st, just two days after the final Premier League matchday
Past winners of Premier League Young Player of the Season award
The modern Young Player of the Season prize has only been running since 2019/20, unlike the senior award, whose history runs back to the mid-1990s.Season | Player | Team |
2019/20 | Trent Alexander-Arnold | Liverpool |
2020/21 | Phil Foden | Manchester City |
2021/22 | Phil Foden | Manchester City |
2022/23 | Erling Haaland | Manchester City |