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BBC experts pick Premier League POTM contenders

Published April 2, 2026 · Updated April 2, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

While Premier League champions often dominate the Player of the Season award, BBC Sport experts highlight other standout performers this campaign.

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice leads the race with five league assists and top chances created, while Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is a strong contender with eight goals and 16 assists this season.

Other names in the mix include Gabriel, Igor Thiago, and Antoine Semenyo as the race for the award heats up ahead of May.

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