Premier League Nominees for December 2024 Player & Manager of the Month

The Premier League has revealed its nominees for the December 2024 Player of the Month and Manager of the Month awards. Dominated by Liverpool and Newcastle, the shortlist reflects an action-packed month featuring 63 games, 189 goals, and the arrival of two new managers.

Reigning award winners Mohamed Salah and Arne Slot are once again in contention, while other standout performers and managers across the league have made their mark.

December 2024 Player of the Month Nominees

• Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool)
• Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest)
• Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth)
• Alexander Isak (Newcastle)
• Jacob Murphy (Newcastle)
• Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
• Antonee Robinson (Fulham)
• Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)

Player Highlights

• Alexander Isak: The Newcastle forward netted an impressive eight goals in December, including his first Premier League hat-trick against Ipswich Town.
• Jacob Murphy: Isak’s partner-in-crime, Murphy contributed three goals and three assists, further cementing his impact on Newcastle’s stellar month.
• Mohamed Salah: Liverpool’s talisman balanced seven goals with seven assists, maintaining his dominance despite ongoing contract uncertainty.
• Trent Alexander-Arnold: A crucial figure for Liverpool, the defender showcased his playmaking brilliance throughout the month.
• Cole Palmer: Chelsea’s creative playmaker delivered standout performances despite the team’s mixed results, justifying his long-term contract.
• Morgan Gibbs-White: Nottingham Forest’s creator-in-chief continued to impress with his consistent contributions in midfield.
• Dean Huijsen: The Bournemouth center-back provided stability and leadership, earning recognition for his defensive prowess.
• Antonee Robinson: Fulham’s dynamic full-back excelled with his pace and defensive acumen, rounding out the list of nominees.

December 2024 Manager of the Month Nominees

• Nuno Espirito Santo (Nottingham Forest)
• Eddie Howe (Newcastle)
• Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth)
• Arne Slot (Liverpool)

Manager Highlights

• Arne Slot: Liverpool’s six-point lead at the top of the Premier League table solidifies Slot’s position as a strong contender for back-to-back awards.
• Nuno Espirito Santo: Nottingham Forest secured 15 points from six games, closing the year in second place—their best late-season position since 1994.
• Andoni Iraola: Bournemouth remained unbeaten in December, with high-octane football and a decisive victory against Manchester United.
• Eddie Howe: Newcastle’s manager led his team to four consecutive league wins without conceding, including a rare triumph at Old Trafford.

December’s Standout Performers and Managers

Liverpool and Newcastle dominated the Premier League in December, with their players and managers earning well-deserved recognition. From Alexander Isak’s prolific scoring to Nuno Espirito Santo’s revival of Nottingham Forest, the month showcased the best of English football’s top flight.