Three Liverpool players compete for the Premier League Player of the Season honor. The eight-player shortlist top three is led by Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, and Ryan Gravenberch. The Reds’ title-winning run depends much on their shows.
What have they done so far?
The English giants have Captain Van Dijk present everywhere. Every league match featured the Dutch defender, so anchoring a defense that recorded 14 incredible clean sheets. No one has matched his defensive genius or leadership.
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Midfield maestro Gravenberch has been equally as important. Missing just one match, he expertly and brilliantly controlled the midfield. Salah, though, has been relentless in assault. With 46 goal contributions — 28 goals and 18 assists — the Egyptian forward tops the league.
Who are the other nominees?
The Merseyside outfit is not the only team with several candidates. Two contenders from Nottingham Forest are Morgan Gibbs-White and Chris Wood. With 20 goals in 34 matches, Wood has had a prolific season.
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Also on the list were Alexander Isak of Newcastle, who has 23 goals, and Bryan Mbeumo of Brentford, 18 goals and seven assists. Completing the shortlist, Arsenal’s Declan Rice is honored for his midfield brilliance.
How the winner will be chosen?
A public vote and a panel of football specialists will help to decide the winner. Next week, the ultimate outcome will be disclosed.
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Anfield supporters will wish one of their stars to wear the crown, hence confirming their supremacy this year.
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