As the 2026/27 Premier League campaign progresses, the race for the PFA Player of the Year award is beginning to take form. Bruno Fernandes, who claimed the honor for the 2025/26 season after an assist-heavy performance that propelled Manchester United back into contention, remains among the primary favorites to retain the trophy. Achieving this would make him the first player to repeat the feat since Kevin de Bruyne.
The current landscape features a mix of established stars and impactful new arrivals. While the summer transfer window saw significant spending, only two new signings have cracked the top 11 list of contenders. Notably, Rayan Cherki has emerged as a popular favorite, impressing observers with his technical quality. The report also notes that while there are only two new signings among the top 11 despite a massive summer of spending, it’s nice to see Rayan Cherki among the favourites because he is a very lovely footballer. The report also notes that 8=) A whole raft of players at 25/1 Arsenal colossus Gabriel probably had his best chance of PFA glory in 2025/26 and he was a shoo-in for the Team of the Year. The report also notes that 7) Martin Odegaard (Arsenal) Already looks a far, far better player in 2026/27 than he did in 2025/26, when Arsenal seemed to win the title in spite of the Norwegian rather than because of him. The report also notes that 6) Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) Again, probably had his worst season in an Arsenal shirt in the season they finally won the title, but remains one of the best players in the Premier League when in form. The report also notes that 5) Declan Rice (Arsenal) The Arsenal player with probably the greatest claim to the award in 2025/26. The report also notes that 3=) Cole Palmer (Chelsea) Looks back to his best after a summer off. The report also notes that it helps when he is playing alongside Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro.
Top Contenders for the 2026/27 Season
- Martin Odegaard (Arsenal): The Norwegian playmaker has shown significant improvement in the 2026/27 season, appearing far more influential than during the previous campaign when Arsenal secured the title.
- Bukayo Saka (Arsenal): Despite arguably experiencing his most challenging season during Arsenal’s title-winning run, he remains one of the league’s most dangerous players when at his peak.
- Declan Rice (Arsenal): A standout performer in 2025/26 who earned a spot in the Team of the Year, Rice remains a top contender for the main individual award.
Other Notable Favorites
- Cole Palmer (Chelsea): Showing a return to his best form following a summer break, aided by his supporting cast at Chelsea.
- Rayan Cherki (Manchester City): Has made an immediate impact with two goals and two assists in his first two league appearances, settling effectively into the role behind Erling Haaland.
- Gabriel (Arsenal): A defensive pillar for the Gunners, he remains in the conversation at 25/1 odds after a stellar 2025/26 campaign.
- Other contenders include new Liverpool signing Bradley Barcola, Chelsea’s Morgan Rogers, and Phil Foden.
Recent Premier League Developments
- Bruno Fernandes: Recently turned down a lucrative offer from the Saudi Pro League to remain at Manchester United.
- Tottenham Hotspur: The club received a formal explanation from the Premier League regarding why James Maddison was denied a penalty against Leeds.
- Al-Nassr: A critical error by goalkeeper Bento has delayed Cristiano Ronaldo’s opportunity to secure his first title in Saudi Arabia.
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