Calvert-Lewin played a pivotal role in Leeds’ revival during the festive period. The Yorkshire side, initially mired in the relegation zone and on the brink of parting ways with manager Daniel Farke, switched to a 3-5-2 formation, which proved transformative.

The striker thrived, scoring six goals in five appearances, including key strikes in victories over Chelsea and Crystal Palace, and draws against Liverpool, Brentford, and Sunderland.

This marks Calvert-Lewin’s first Player of the Month award since September 2020 and makes him the first Leeds player to receive the accolade since Rio Ferdinand in October 2001.

December 2025 Player of the Month Nominees:

• Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Leeds United) WINNER
• Rayan Cherki (Manchester City)
• Hugo Ekitiké (Liverpool)
• Phil Foden (Manchester City)
• Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
• Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
• Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)
• Harry Wilson (Fulham)

 

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Meanwhile, Leeds missed out on the Manager of the Month award, which went to Unai Emery after a stellar month with Aston Villa. The Villans won five of six games, including victories over Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United, propelling them into the Premier League title conversation. Emery’s success comes amid a festive period of managerial upheaval, where several big names were dismissed from their posts.

Interestingly, a pattern has emerged with recent Manager of the Month winners: Ruben Amorim (October) and Enzo Maresca (November) both claimed the award but later lost their positions at Manchester United and Chelsea, respectively, after defeats to Emery’s Villa side.

December 2025 Manager of the Month Nominees:

• Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
• Unai Emery (Aston Villa) WINNER
• Daniel Farke (Leeds United)
• Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)

Emery’s recognition reflects a remarkable turnaround for Aston Villa and cements his reputation as one of the Premier League’s most influential tacticians this season.

 

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So far this season, no player or coach has managed to win their respective awards twice, but that could change on the players’ side this month. On the managerial front, however, December is guaranteed to crown a fifth different winner.

December 2025 Premier League Player of the Month nominees

• Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Leeds United)
• Rayan Cherki (Manchester City)
• Hugo Ekitiké (Liverpool)
• Phil Foden (Manchester City)
• Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
• Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
• Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)
• Harry Wilson (Fulham)

Leeds United’s revival in December owes a lot to Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The striker found the net six times in five league games, helping Leeds climb out of the relegation zone. Victories over Chelsea and Crystal Palace, combined with draws against Liverpool, Brentford and Sunderland, highlighted a gritty and productive month.

A seriously stacked list of nominees 😳

Get voting for your December @EASPORTSFC Player of the Month 🎉

— Premier League (@premierleague) January 8, 2026

Manchester City dominate the shortlist with three nominees. Rayan Cherki was a creative force, producing four assists and a goal as City stormed to five wins. Phil Foden delivered at the other end, scoring four goals and adding an assist to cap off a strong run of form.

Erling Haaland, who picked up the award back in September, is eyeing a second win after another ruthless month in front of goal. The Norwegian recorded five goals and three assists, underlining his status as one of the league’s most feared forwards.

Liverpool’s Hugo Ekitiké kept pace with Haaland, also scoring five goals. His strikes proved decisive against Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton, while he grabbed a brace in a high-scoring draw with Leeds.

Aston Villa are also well represented. Morgan Rogers ended December with four goals, while Ollie Watkins hit five during Villa’s impressive winning streak, which stretched to 11 matches before coming to an end against Arsenal.

Fulham winger Harry Wilson enjoyed a standout month as well. He chipped in with two important goals and four assists, playing a key role in pushing the Cottagers into the conversation for European qualification.

 

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December 2025 Premier League Manager of the Month nominees

• Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
• Unai Emery (Aston Villa)
• Daniel Farke (Leeds United)
• Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)

Arsenal may be missing from the player shortlist, but Mikel Arteta remains in contention for managerial honours. Despite dealing with a defensive injury crisis, he guided the Gunners to five wins from six matches, strengthening their grip at the top of the table.

Four managers who dominated December 💪

Make your pick for @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month ⬇️

— Premier League (@premierleague) January 8, 2026

Arteta’s December campaign featured two clashes with Unai Emery’s Aston Villa. While honours were shared overall, Villa recorded a notable win against Arsenal and also defeated Chelsea and Manchester United, keeping themselves firmly in the title race.

Down at the other end of the table, Daniel Farke deserves recognition for Leeds United’s turnaround. The Yorkshire side went unbeaten throughout December, navigating tough fixtures against Chelsea and Liverpool. A tactical reshuffle proved effective, helping Leeds pull clear of immediate danger.

Pep Guardiola rounds off the shortlist after Manchester City closed out 2025 in perfect fashion, winning all five of their league games. With three City players nominated for Player of the Month, the Spaniard’s inclusion comes as little surprise.

 

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The winners will be announced soon, but December’s nominations already paint a clear picture of a month packed with standout performances, tactical masterclasses and shifting momentum across the Premier League.

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With standout performances across the board, this month’s nominees reflect just how unpredictable and thrilling the season has been so far.

While the managerial award is guaranteed to go to a third different winner, all eyes are on the players’ side, where a familiar name is looking to claim back-to-back honours among a stacked list of eight stars.

October 2025 Premier League Player of the Month Nominees

• Matty Cash (Aston Villa)
• Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle United)
• Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
• Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth)
• Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United)
• Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland)
• Igor Thiago (Brentford)
• Jurriën Timber (Arsenal)

Another month of @PremierLeague magic ✨

Vote for your standout star here: https://t.co/S4T53umFME pic.twitter.com/aY1MzTsueL

— EA SPORTS FC (@EASPORTSFC) October 30, 2025

Aston Villa’s Matty Cash was instrumental in his team’s October revival, producing match-winning moments at both ends of the pitch. His second goal of the season came in a statement win over Manchester City, following a decisive assist in the victory against Tottenham.

At Newcastle, Bruno Guimarães once again showed why he’s the heartbeat of Eddie Howe’s midfield. His long-range stunner against Nottingham Forest and a last-gasp winner versus Fulham ensured the Magpies’ steady climb up the table.

Erling Haaland, last month’s Player of the Month, continues to be a force of nature. Three goals in three games brought his total to 11 for the campaign — a figure that dwarfs his teammates’ combined tally. Few would bet against him doubling up on the award.

Over at Bournemouth, 19-year-old Junior Kroupi enjoyed a breakout month. The summer signing announced himself with a brace on his first Premier League start against Crystal Palace, then added another goal against Nottingham Forest to push the Cherries up to second place.

Manchester United’s Bryan Mbeumo has been a revelation under Ruben Amorim. With three goals and an assist, he led the Red Devils to a flawless October — their best run in months — and reignited belief among fans at Old Trafford.

For Nordi Mukiele, Sunderland’s surprise summer signing, October was about dominance and discipline. His defensive prowess was key to the Black Cats’ resilience, while his long throws caused chaos in opposing boxes — not to mention his crucial goal against Wolves.

Igor Thiago continued his hot streak for Brentford, adding two more goals to his tally and climbing to second in the Golden Boot race. His powerful display against West Ham and clinical penalty against Liverpool kept the Bees buzzing.

Finally, Jurriën Timber’s influence at Arsenal cannot be overstated. The Dutchman has reinvented himself as one of the league’s most consistent full-backs, anchoring a Gunners defence that didn’t concede a single goal all month — a record-breaking feat.

 

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October 2025 Premier League Manager of the Month Nominees

• Ruben Amorim (Manchester United)
• Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
• Unai Emery (Aston Villa)
• Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth)

Manchester United’s new boss, Ruben Amorim, makes his first appearance on the shortlist after guiding his side to three straight wins over Sunderland, Liverpool, and Brighton. The Portuguese tactician seems to be settling in fast, blending energy, structure, and attacking flair.

Meanwhile, Mikel Arteta continues to mastermind Arsenal’s push for the title. The Gunners finished October unbeaten, boasting the tightest defence in the league and holding a four-point lead at the top of the table.

For Unai Emery, the turnaround at Aston Villa has been remarkable. After a shaky start to the season, his side produced a perfect month — taking down Burnley, Tottenham, and even champions Manchester City — to surge back into form.

And then there’s Andoni Iraola, the architect of Bournemouth’s fairytale rise. The Cherries ended October sitting second in the Premier League, with wins over Fulham and Forest, plus a gutsy draw against Crystal Palace.

 

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The Premier League has unveiled its shortlist for the April 2025 Player and Manager of the Month awards, with Wolverhampton Wanderers and Newcastle United leading the charge after both clubs enjoyed standout months.

Player of the Month Nominees—April 2025

• Rayan Ait-Nouri (Wolves)
• Harvey Barnes (Newcastle United)
• Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool)
• Jacob Murphy (Newcastle United)
• Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
• Ryan Sessegnon (Fulham)
• Jorgen Strand Larsen (Wolves)

Wolves could break a long-standing drought, as the club has never produced a Premier League Player of the Month in the award’s 31-year history. Ait-Nouri and Strand Larsen, instrumental in Wolves’ six straight wins, aim to change that.

Strand Larsen and Barnes led the scoring charts with four goals each, while Jacob Murphy and Morgan Rogers dazzled with their creativity—Murphy racking up three goals and three assists, and Rogers leading the league with four assists.

Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister earned a nod for the quality of his goals, including two stunning top-corner strikes.

Seven of April’s top performers 🔝

Cast your vote for @EASPORTSFC Player of the Month 👇

— Premier League (@premierleague) May 1, 2025

Manager of the Month Nominees – April 2025

• Vitor Pereira (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
• Unai Emery (Aston Villa)
• Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)
• Eddie Howe (Newcastle United)
• Arne Slot (Liverpool)

Though newly crowned champion Arne Slot led Liverpool to Premier League glory, Vitor Pereira is the overwhelming favourite for the managerial award. His Wolves side posted a perfect five-win April, part of a six-game winning streak not seen at the club since 1970.

Newcastle’s Eddie Howe earned a nomination despite missing half the month due to illness, while Emery and Guardiola delivered strong performances with their respective sides.

Managers who have been bossing it in April 👊

Vote now for your @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month! 👔

— Premier League (@premierleague) May 1, 2025

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The nominees for the Premier League’s Player and Manager of the Month awards for 2024 September have been announced.

Eight players have been recognized for their outstanding performances during the month, and a combination of an expert panel and fan voting will determine the winners.

Additionally, several managers have enjoyed a successful few weeks, with several unbeaten coaches making the shortlist.

Premier League Player of the Month shortlist – September 2024

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Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has been named the Premier League Manager of the Month for December 2023. Emery, who has been making a significant impact since joining Villa, has shown considerable growth since his time with Arsenal.

During December, Emery’s managerial prowess was evident as he led Aston Villa to impressive performances, ensuring they maintained their position in the top four of the Premier League. The team’s strong showing has placed them in contention for the league title this season, currently positioned closely behind leaders Liverpool.

Aston Villa played seven matches in December, securing four victories against notable opponents like Arsenal and Manchester City. Emery’s strategic approach and the team’s excellent form contributed to their comfortable standing in the league.

This recognition marks Unai Emery as the latest recipient of the Premier League Manager of the Month award for December 2023, showcasing his impact on Aston Villa’s success.

Taking @AVFCOfficial to new heights ⏫

Unai Emery is your @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month for December!#PLAwards pic.twitter.com/CyXEBWrTwU

— Premier League (@premierleague) January 12, 2024

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The Premier League has announced the nominees for the Manager of the Month award for December. The four contenders are Unai Emery, Andoni Iraola, Jurgen Klopp, and David Moyes.

1. Unai Emery (Aston Villa):
– Managed four wins in seven fixtures during December.
– Notable victories against Manchester City and Arsenal.
– Aston Villa firmly established in the Premier League title race.

2. Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth):
– Guided Bournemouth to four wins in six games in December.
– Achieved a historic 3-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
– Transformed Bournemouth into one of the most in-form teams in the league.

3. Jurgen Klopp (Liverpool):
– Went unbeaten in six games (W4, D2) during the busy festive period.
– Liverpool secured a thrilling 4-3 comeback win against Fulham.
– Ended December with a comprehensive 2-0 victory over Burnley, finishing the year at the top of the Premier League.

4. David Moyes (West Ham United):
– Registered four wins in six games (D1, L1) in December.
– Secured notable victories over Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United, and Arsenal.
– West Ham United closed out the year in the sixth position in the Premier League rankings.

The Manager of the Month award will recognize outstanding managerial achievements during the hectic and crucial December period in the Premier League.

👔 Emery
👔 Iraola
👔 Klopp
👔 Moyes

Your @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month nominees for December 🤩 #PLAwards | 🗳️ Vote: https://t.co/hZQpYseWz0 pic.twitter.com/lFgV6o0M9Q

— Premier League (@premierleague) January 4, 2024

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Aston Villa is delighted to announce the signing of Spanish international Pau Torres from Villarreal

The centre defender, who won the Europa League with the Yellow Submarine back in 2021, will reconnect with Unai Emery in the West Midlands.

The transfer is subject to international clearance and a successful visa application.

After securing an unexpected position in the Conference League for the upcoming season, Villa has been searching for team reinforcements.

They have now officially announced Torres as their second signing of the summer, following the free transfer of Youri Tielemans from Leicester City.

Good things come to those who wait. ✨ pic.twitter.com/C4KUBOs5uC

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) July 12, 2023

Aymeric Laporte of Manchester City and Fernando Torres were both targets for Villa, according to the initial reports at the beginning of June.

Negotiations progressed over the ensuing weeks, and on the last day of the month, a deal was made, allowing the Spain international to travel for a medical.

Following his return from his honeymoon, Torres’ move was officially announced on Wednesday.

Villa has additional ambitions to sign a winger during this transfer window, but they have been unsuccessful in getting Nico Williams from Athletic Club and are having trouble convincing Ferran Torres to leave Barcelona.

Aston Villa is delighted to announce the signing of Spanish international Pau Torres from Villarreal! 🙌

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) July 12, 2023

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Aston Villa have announced they will sign Youri Tielemans on a free transfer once his contract expires later this summer.

As Leicester were relegated to the Championship, the Belgium international ran down his contract.

He joins a Villans team that qualified for the Europa League after a mid-season turnaround under new manager Unai Emery.

A club statement reads: “Aston Villa is delighted to announce that the club has reached an agreement to sign Youri Tielemans.

“The Belgian international will officially become a Villan on July 1 after his contract with Leicester City has expired.”

Aston Villa is delighted to announce that the club has reached an agreement to sign Youri Tielemans.

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) June 10, 2023

Tielemans, a highly touted youth prospect at Anderlecht, joined Leicester on loan from Monaco in 2019 before making the transfer permanent later that year. He appeared in 195 games for the club, scoring 28 goals and winning the FA Cup in 2021 with a legendary goal in the 1-0 final triumph over Chelsea.

Under Brendan Rodgers, the 26-year-old impressed in a Leicester side that battled for Champions League qualifying, but his form, like that of the majority of his Foxes teammates, has dipped this season.

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Unai Emery, the manager of Aston Villa, has been named the Premier League Manager of the Month for April.

The Villa manager had an amazing month, leading his team to five Premier League victories in seven games, including an outstanding 3-0 victory against Newcastle United on April 15 at Villa.

Since taking over for Steven Gerrard in November 2022, Emery has done a fantastic job with the Villans, bringing the team from the brink of relegation to a probable European qualifying spot at the conclusion of the 2022–23 season.

The Spanish coach was previously nominated for the Premier League Manager of the Month award in January and March of this year, but this is the first time he has taken home the award that he won. Emery previously served as the manager of Arsenal from May 2018 and November 2019. He is currently in the middle of his second tenure in the league.

Five wins out of a possible seven 💪

Unai Emery is @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month for April 🦁#PLAwards | @AVFCOfficial pic.twitter.com/cUK32gbPJI

— Premier League (@premierleague) May 12, 2023

Speaking about his team’s recent form ahead of their upcoming trip to face Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, Emery said: “We were being very successful away and being very competitive away. We started with some doubts at home before the last five matches that we won.

“Now, it’s very different because at home we are feeling very strong, we are being very competitive, we are winning difficult matches and playing very well.

“Away, in the last three matches, we aren’t playing like we were before. We were being competitive but it wasn’t enough to get three points in Brentford, Manchester and Wolves. That is an issue I am working to analyse with the players.

“Overall, we are making very good progress, individually and collectively, as a team. I am going to try to get our best performance on Saturday.”

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Five managers have been shortlisted by the Premier League for the Barclays Manager of the Month award for April.

Unai Emery, Pep Guardiola, Roy Hodgson, Eddie Howe and Gary O’Neil have all been nominated in recognition of their teams’ positive results over the past four weeks or so.

Emery, the manager of Aston Villa, is a strong favourite to win the award after leading the Villains to five victories and a tie until Sunday’s loss at Manchester United.

Manchester City under Guardiola are in charge of the title fight, and the Catalan’s contribution has been acknowledged. City overtook league leaders Arsenal, who are currently one point behind after playing one more game, thanks to five victories in five games.

Hodgson’s return to Crystal Palace has been almost too good to believe, guiding the Eagles away from the relegation zone with four wins from six games, playing some fantastic football in the process.

Howe’s Newcastle, who earned 18 out of a possible 21 points in April, are about to announce the return of Champions League football at St James’ Park. The 6-1 demolition of Tottenham was one particularly noteworthy victory.

With key victories over Leicester, Spurs, Southampton, and Leeds, O’Neil has guided Bournemouth away from relegation concerns and into the security of mid-table.

Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, who has won the award four times this season, was not included on the shortlist. Six points were earned by his Arsenal team in five April contests.

👔 Unai Emery
👔 Pep Guardiola
👔 Roy Hodgson
👔 Eddie Howe
👔 Gary O'Neil

Time to select your @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month!#PLAwards | https://t.co/T7KWv0slJp pic.twitter.com/jbduACc5nS

— Premier League (@premierleague) May 4, 2023

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been named Premier League Manager of the Month for March and is now just one behind Jurgen Klopp’s single-season record of five awards.

The Gunners had a successful month in March, and earlier on Friday, winger Bukayo Saka was named the division’s Player of the Month.

For this month’s award, Arteta competed against Pep Guardiola, Unai Emery, and Roberto De Zerbi, but the Spaniard triumphed following an unblemished month that saw four victories and 14 goals scored across four games.

Arteta has won the award three times in the last four months, with Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag snapping his streak last month.

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After winning his first in August, Arteta now has four Manager of the Month honours to his name this year. He is currently just one behind Klopp’s record of five, which he set in 2019–20.

It is uncertain whether he will win the title in April because Arsenal has a demanding stretch of six games scheduled for the month.

After games against Liverpool, West Ham, and Southampton, Arsenal play Leeds on Saturday. Arteta’s team closes off the month with a trip to the Etihad to play Manchester City and a trip to London rivals Chelsea.

2022/23 Manager of the Month winners to date

• August – Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
• September – Erik ten Hag (Manchester United)
• October – Eddie Howe (Newcastle)
• November/December – Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
• January – Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
• February – Erik ten Hag (Manchester United)
• March – Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)

For the FOURTH time this season…

Mikel Arteta is awarded @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month 👔#PLAwards | @Arsenal pic.twitter.com/6a1k9sSLDi

— Premier League (@premierleague) March 31, 2023

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