Eight Premier League players have been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, with Liverpool leading the way with four nominees and four Premier League clubs represented in total.

The 2025 Ballon d’Or nominations have been announced, and the Premier League is well-represented with eight players from four clubs in contention for the prestigious award. 

Liverpool tops the list with four nominees: Alexis Mac Allister, Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and new signing Florian Wirtz. These players have been instrumental in Liverpool’s success, and their individual performances have earned them a spot among the world’s best.

Chelsea’s Cole Palmer is also among the nominees, showcasing his impressive skills and contributions to the team. Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Viktor Gyokeres, as well as Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, round out the list of Premier League players vying for the award. These players will be hoping to follow in the footsteps of previous Premier League winners, such as Michael Owen, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Rodri.

The Ballon d’Or is one of the most coveted awards in football, and the competition is fierce. The nominees will be judged on their performances over the past year, and the winner will be announced on September 22 at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. With such a strong lineup of players, the Premier League is sure to be well-represented at the ceremony.

In addition to the individual player awards, Chelsea and Liverpool are also among the five clubs nominated for the Men’s Club of the Year award. This recognition highlights the success of these teams and their contributions to the sport. Enzo Maresca and Arne Slot, the managers of Chelsea and Liverpool, respectively, have also been nominated for the Men’s Team Coach of the Year award.

Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez is seeking to win the Yashin Trophy for the third year in a row, awarded to the best goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly has been nominated for the Kopa Trophy, recognizing the best player under the age of 21. 

The Ballon d’Or ceremony promises to be an exciting event, with many top players and coaches in attendance. The winners will be announced, and the best of the best will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to the sport.

With such a strong representation from the Premier League, it’s clear that the league is home to some of the world’s top talent.