5 players who deserved to be nominated for the PFA player of the year

 

De Gea was nominated last year but missed out this time

The PFA player of the year is given to the best performer of the season. Parameters that are probably considered for the award are performance, contribution to the team, number of goals and assists and the achievements of the squad as a whole.

The players who were nominated for this season’s award were Harry Kane, Jamie Vardy, Riyad Mahrez, Mesut Ozil, N’Golo Kante and Dimitri Payet. But several other players who have put in admirable performances all season have gone unnoticed.

Here are 5 players who deserved to be nominated for the PFA player of the season

5) Dele Alli

Dele Alli has had a wonderful debut season for Tottenham Hotspur. He has been one of the standout performers for his side and has contributed in all aspects of the game. He has formed a brilliant partnership with Harry Kane.

Alli has scored 10 goals and assisted a further 9 in the league and he is only 20 years of age. He has been the main creative force in a team that has the likes of Erik Lamela and Christian Eriksen.

Alli’s goals and assists have helped Spurs to second in the table. They are currently 5 points behind leaders Leicester City. Spurs’ title challenge will hinge on the performance of Alli in the remaining few games.

Alli has already been included in the PFA Team of the year and has also been nominated for the PFA Young player of the year award. Considering that, it seems a bit harsh that he wasn’t given the nod for the PFA player of the year award too.