Ranking the top 5 Premier League Player of the Season candidates before 2026/27 begins
It's time to rank the most likely Premier League Player of the Season winners for the 2026/27 campaign before the new season officially begins in a week's time.
5. Leeds DM Anton Stach
It might seem crazy to have Anton Stach anywhere near Premier League Player of the Season contention, but he played a massive role in carrying Leeds United to safety last season and is genuinely one of the best all around No. 6's in European football.
He was a top player for multiple Bundesliga clubs before an insane inaugural season in England, blowing away expectations with 8 goal contributions, 2.2 key passes per game, and 2.2 tackles per game. Stach is a monster who is only going to get better and deserves a lot more attention.
4. Liverpool ST Hugo Ekitike
Hugo Ekitike was the one saving grace in ...