Evanilson headlines eight-player shortlist for October Premier League award

Published on: 06 November 2026

The Premier League has announced the eight nominees for its October 2026 Player of the Month award, with Bournemouth forward Evanilson included after an outstanding return of four goals and one assist in four matches.

Aston Villa striker Nicolas Jackson is also in contention after scoring four times in four appearances.

Arsenal have two nominees. Ezri Konsa recorded one goal and helped his side keep two clean sheets across three matches, while Declan Rice provided two assists in the same number of games.

Coventry forward Jack Rudoni scored three goals in four matches to earn his place on the shortlist.

Tottenham defender Jan-Paul van Hecke is nominated after scoring once and contributing to two clean sheets in four appearances.

Brighton have two players among the candidates. Goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen kept three clean sheets in four matches, while Luka Vuskovic also featured in three games in which Brighton did not concede.

Supporters can vote for one of the eight nominees until 9 November. Their selections will be combined with the results of a vote conducted by an expert panel.

The winner will be announced next week.

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