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The Premier League is arguably the best football league in the world. Apart from producing intense title races every season, the English top flight is also known for housing some of the biggest names in the game.
These incredible superstars have entered the ongoing 2021-22 season brilliantly, mesmerising with their amazing performances. It promises to be a huge battle for the Premier League PFA POTY award this year, considering the level of competition at the moment.
Manchester United talisman Cristiano Ronaldo and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah have dominated the headlines in recent weeks. But there are other superstars who also have a decent chance of emerging victorious in the race for the prestigious accolade.
On that note, here's a look at the contenders to win this season's Premier League PFA POTY award:
#5 Jamie Vardy
Just when they think he's finished, Jamie Vardy steps up and puts his critics in their place. The Leicester City striker has been quite phenomenal since the 2021-22 campaign kicked off. He has put up spectacular performances, firing his team in front of goal.
The 34-year-old is currently one of the top scorers in the Premier League this season. So far, he has bagged an impressive seven goals for The Foxes in 12 league appearances. He has also recorded an assist to his name.
Many aren't talking about Vardy in the race for the PFA POTY award this season. But he could be a dark horse for the honour. Considering his decent start to the season, he's already going in the right direction.
#4 Kevin De Bruyne
Kevin De Bruyne was named the Premier League PFA POTY winner following his incredible performances for Manchester City last season. The Belgian played a huge role in City's title triumph, contributing six goals and 12 assists to go with a string of decisive displays.
De Bruyne has carried his spectacular form into the current campaign. The attacking midfielder has scored twice for Manchester City in eight Premier League outings thus far.
It's worth noting he's had a few fitness concerns during the campaign. But he should return to top form soon and put up a fight for the Premier League PFA POTY award once again.
#3 Sadio Mane
Liverpool winger Sadio Mane is also one of the favourites to win the Premier League PFA POTY award this season. The Senegalese has put himself in a decent position to fight for the coveted award, thanks to his electrifying start this campaign.
Mane ranks high on the list of the Premier League's top scorers in 2021-22. His prolific form in front of goal has seen him record seven goals in 13 appearances. He has also bagged one assist for The Reds in the English top flight this campaign.
In addition to his numbers, the Senegalese has been a huge threat to opposition defences on the left flank. Mane has tormented them with his sheer pace and strength. He is definitely one of the few players to keep an eye on in the race for the Premier League PFA POTY award this season.
#2 Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo dominated the headlines when he left Juventus to return to Manchester United this summer. The Portuguese hit the ground running, bagging a brace against Newcastle United in his first Premier League game in over a decade.
Although his impact has waned amidst The Red Devils' poor form in recent weeks, the winger remains a strong candidate for the PFA POTY award this season.
So far, Ronaldo has recorded four goals and two assists in nine Premier League games for Manchester United this season. A great player with an unmatchable winning mentality, Ronaldo should be in the reckoning for the prestigious accolade this campaign.
#1 Mohamed Salah
Mohamed Salah is, without a doubt, the best player in the Premier League right now. The Egyptian has been a huge force to be reckoned with. He has proved to be unplayable at times, even against the meanest of defences.
The Liverpool winger is atop the goalscoring chart with 11 goals and six assists to his name in 12 appearances so far. His performances in big games have been quite impressive. He has found the back of the net against Chelsea, Manchester City, Manchester United and Arsenal in the English top flight this season.
Salah is no stranger to winning the Premier League PFA POTY award. He won it in the 2017-18 campaign, and will fancy his chances of going all the way once again this season.
