Unsurprisingly, Liverpool dominates the list after a commanding title-winning season, ending Manchester City’s five-year grip on the award.

The reigning champions failed to produce a single nominee this time around following a disappointing showing.

Meanwhile, five standout managers are also in the running for top honors, with Pep Guardiola expected to surrender the crown after back-to-back wins.

• Player of the Season Nominees—2024/25

Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest)
Gibbs-White has emerged as the creative heartbeat of a Forest side that unexpectedly challenged for European qualification. With consistent top-tier performances, he’s caught the eye of clubs like Manchester City and earned a spot in England’s squad.

Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool)
Few would have predicted Gravenberch’s transformation into a midfield mainstay under Arne Slot. Once facing uncertainty over his Liverpool future, he played every league game in their title-winning run, operating as a deep-lying playmaker and delivering crucial contributions—including four assists.

Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)
With 23 goals and counting, Isak sits second in the Premier League scoring charts. His electric form has Newcastle placing a staggering £150 million valuation on the Swedish striker as interest builds ahead of the summer.

Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford)
Stepping up in the wake of Ivan Toney’s exit, Mbeumo has excelled in both central and wide roles. With 18 goals and seven assists, the Frenchman has been a driving force behind Brentford’s most impressive season to date.

Declan Rice (Arsenal)
A rare constant in Arsenal’s rollercoaster campaign, Rice has blended his trademark defensive prowess with newfound creativity. His leadership has not gone unnoticed, as he remains one of Arteta’s most indispensable assets.

Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
A tour de force in Liverpool’s charge to the title, Salah has racked up a phenomenal 28 goals and 18 assists. Amid ongoing speculation about his future, he’s delivered one of the finest individual seasons in Premier League history.

Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)
Returning to his dominant best, Van Dijk has anchored the league’s most formidable defense. The Dutch captain, previously named Player of the Season in 2018/19, has been pivotal in Liverpool’s resurgence under new management.

Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest)
Defying expectations at 33, Wood has netted 20 league goals, propelling Forest up the table. His clinical edge and veteran presence have been vital in one of the league’s most surprising campaigns.

 

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• Manager of the Season Nominees – 2024/25

Thomas Frank (Brentford)
Leading Brentford to a record-breaking finish, Frank has orchestrated a high-scoring, fearless side that consistently punches above its weight—despite relegation fears just a year ago.

Eddie Howe (Newcastle United)
Howe has taken Newcastle to heights they haven’t seen since 1997, firmly placing them in the Champions League conversation and guiding them to a likely second-place finish.

Nuno Espirito Santo (Nottingham Forest)
With two of his players up for Player of the Season, it’s only fitting Nuno gets recognition. Turning a mid-table squad into a dark horse title challenger, he’s led Forest to a stunning European push.

Vitor Pereira (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
Appointed in December with Wolves languishing in 19th, Pereira masterminded a remarkable turnaround. With 10 wins in 20 games, he’s become a fan favorite and savior at Molineux.

Arne Slot (Liverpool)
Slot took over from club legend Jürgen Klopp—and instead of a transition year, delivered the title with flair. With the most goals scored and only two defeats all season, the Dutchman’s debut campaign has been nothing short of masterful.

 

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Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest have reached an agreement about a transfer for midfielder Jonjo Shelvey, and Nottingham is now close to making the signing.

After Chris Wood’s loan arrival from Newcastle earlier this month, Steve Cooper’s team is eager to add the former England international.

Shelvey will have a medical later today and then sign a two-and-a-half-year contract at the City Ground.

Newcastle have reached an agreement with Nottingham Forest for Jonjo Shelvey & the player will sign a 2.5 year deal today after completing a medical in Nottingham. #nufc

— Craig Hope (@CraigHope_DM) January 30, 2023

In order to fill the void left by Ryan Yates and Cheikhou Kouyate’s absence, Forest has signed the former Liverpool player.

Steve Cooper’s team made a move for Shelvey because his contract at St James’ Park was set to expire at the end of the current campaign.

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The 30-year-old has only played three times in the Premier League for the Magpies this season after being passed over at the Tyneside club.

On top of Shelvey and Wood, Forest have also added Brazilian pair Danilo and Gustavo Scarpa and are also chasing a goalkeeper, a centre-back and a winger before Tuesday’s deadline.

Forest are interested in signing Felipe from Atletico Madrid and have inquired about defender Romain Saiss from Besiktas.

Felipe, a former Porto center back, joined Atletico Madrid in 2019 and has played 85 times for the La Liga team.

In an effort to add Felipe to their long list of new additions since making their first return to the Premier League in more than 20 years, Forest have initiated their own negotiations with the Spanish club.

To fill in for the injured Dean Henderson, who is on loan from Manchester United, they have been looking at a loan deal for Paris St. Germain goalkeeper Keylor Navas.

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Everton are interested in signing Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech as a potential replacement for Anthony Gordon.

One source has told Sky Sports News the Toffees are ready to pay up to £25m for the Moroccan, with Chelsea considering letting him go.

Everton have denied making a proposal for the 29-year-old, who has been at Stamford Bridge since the summer of 2020 following a £33.3 million move from Ajax.

Ziyech, on the other hand, has struggled at the Blues, making only six starts in all competitions this season and failing to score in his 15 appearances.

Meanwhile, Newcastle and Everton are still negotiating a deal for Gordon, with one insider informing Sky Sports News that the deal is getting closer.

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The 21-year-old is not currently training with the Everton first team at Finch Farm, and the Magpies are looking for a replacement for Chris Wood, who recently joined Nottingham Forest.

Although not a direct replacement, Newcastle regard Gordon as a versatile front-line player who can play in a variety of positions.

Newcastle were rebuffed with an inquiry for Gordon in the summer, but have retained an interest. It is thought a bid of around £40m could tempt Everton to sell.

The management situation at Everton, when Frank Lampard was sacked on Monday, makes the move somewhat more challenging. Any new manager may wish to keep Gordon, who has 18 months left on his current contract at Goodison Park.

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Eddie Howe has revealed Chris Wood is close to sealing a move from Newcastle and Nottingham Forest.

The New Zealander was informed by the Magpies that he is free to leave the team this month, and Forest quickly emerged as a prospective suitor as they seek more goals up front to maintain their Premier League status.

A medical was booked in ahead of the loan transfer and Howe has revealed Wood is now putting the finishing touches on his move away from St James’ Park.

He said: “Chris is having a medical with Nottingham Forest as we speak so that’s the situation.

“He’s been a huge player for us. I have to say he’s been outstanding in every way. When we signed him we were in a very difficult league position. He played a huge part on the pitch to help transform the team.

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“This season he has been excellent both on and off the pitch in terms of his leadership and positivity when he’s not played. I can’t underestimate the role he’s played.

“It was a difficult decision because you have to take into account the player and his wishes but also it’s a very good deal financially for the football club.”

Wood joined Newcastle from Burnley last January for £25m but has quickly been left behind by the club’s rapid progression since then.

Callum Wilson and Alexander Isak are their leading strikers under Howe, leaving Wood to make the majority of his appearances from the bench.

He is set to join a Forest side with renewed hope of beating the drop. Recent wins over Crystal Palace, Southampton and Leicester have lifted Steve Cooper’s side up to 13th in the Premier League, five points above the relegation zone.

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