The nominees for the prestigious Manager of the Season award in the Premier League have been officially announced by the league authorities on Thursday.
In the midst of the battle are Pep Guardiola from Manchester City and Mikel Arteta representing Arsenal, both fiercely contending for the coveted Premier League title trophy.
Among the top contenders vying for the honor is Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola, adding to the intensity of the competition.
Although Liverpool’s dreams of clinching the title have dwindled in recent weeks, the esteemed Jurgen Klopp has rightfully earned his spot among the nominees.
Aston Villa has been on the verge of securing a remarkable top-four finish for the first time since 1996. This incredible achievement can be largely attributed to the exceptional efforts of Unai Emery, who orchestrated a record-breaking home winning streak defeating formidable opponents like Arsenal and City all through the season.
It’s noteworthy that Guardiola stands out as the lone nominee who hadn’t previously secured the title of the best manager for any given month during the season.