Ranking the favourites to win Premier League Manager of the Season award

Here are the top Contenders for MOTS award

The top six candidates for the prestigious Barclays Manager of the Season award from the 2022–23 Premier League season are six great managers. Fans have until noon BST on Monday, May 22, to cast their vote, with the winner to be decided by a combination of public votes and football experts' assessments. The winner of this prestigious award will be revealed on Tuesday, May 30.

Let's examine the nominees in more detail and call attention to the front-runners for one of the Premier League's Manager of the Season award:

6. Marco Silva (Fulham)

Fulham, who were recently promoted for the 2022–23 season, put on a strong showing. 

With 51 points, the team is on track to place in the top half of the standings, which is especially impressive given that their leading scorer, Aleksandar Mitrovic, has been out for a substantial portion of the season. Fulham was guided by Marco Silva through a difficult 2022–23 Premier League season. His club managed 15 won, 6 ties, and 15 losses throughout 36 games. Fulham has a modest +3 goal difference with a total of 52 goals scored and 49 goals allowed. Notwithstanding difficulties along the way, Silva's leadership has been crucial to the team's success this season.

5. Eddie Howe (Newcastle)

This season, Eddie Howe, who is well-known for saving Newcastle United from relegation in the past, has led his side to unprecedented heights. Newcastle has only suffered five losses all season and is currently third in the league, on pace for their best Premier League finish since 2002-03. During Newcastle United's 2022–23 Premier League season, Eddie Howe had a very successful run as manager. His club had a record of 18 wins, 12 ties, and 5 losses in 35 games. Newcastle have a commendable goal differential of +32, thanks to their impressive 63 goals scored and 31 goals allowed. Howe's tactical knowledge and leadership have helped Newcastle reach a solid league position.

4. Unai Emery (Aston Villa)

The success of Unai Emery's return to the Premier League with Aston Villa cannot be overstated. Emery took over a team that was stuck in the bottom five and guided Villa to a miraculous eighth-place finish to qualify for European participation the following season. As the manager of Aston Villa during the 2022–23 Premier League season, Unai Emery had a big impact.

In 23 games played while he was in charge, Villa recorded 14 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses. The club has a commendable goal difference of +13 after scoring 37 goals overall and allowing just 24 goals to be allowed. Villa went from being a struggling team in the bottom five to a fierce competitor who is currently soaring high in the league and pursuing European qualifying under Emery's shrewd management.

3. Roberto De Zerbi (Brighton and Hove Albion)

The team has been forever changed by Italian manager Roberto De Zerbi, who took over for Brighton & Hove Albion in October. De Zerbi has guided Brighton to triumphs over formidable foes like Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool by employing an appealing style of play. The team is presently trying to finish in the top six. The 2022–23 Premier League season saw an amazing run for Brighton & Hove Albion under the leadership of Roberto De Zerbi.

His club managed 13 wins, 6 ties, and 9 losses throughout 28 games. Brighton has a noteworthy goal difference of +15 with a total of 55 goals scored and 40 goals allowed. De Zerbi's tactical acumen and capacity to compete against the top teams in the league have been on full display this season as Brighton has recorded victories over strong opposition like Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool.

2. Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)

Manchester City, under the guidance of one of football's most renowned coaches, Pep Guardiola, is on pace to win an unprecedented treble. Guardiola's team has dominated the Premier League with 27 victories and a stellar +61 goal differential. Guardiola would join the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson in exclusive company with a fourth Barclays Manager of the Season honor if he wins this season. The 2022–23 Premier League season has seen Pep Guardiola oversee Manchester City, and his reign has been nothing short of amazing. His club had an impressive 27 triumphs in 35 games, 4 draws, and 4 losses.

Their offensive power is astounding as they have scored an astonishing 92 goals while only allowing 31 goals to be conceded. Manchester City has had a mind-blowing goal differential of +61 and has dominated the season. Guardiola is a great candidate for Manager of the Season because of his technical acumen and capacity to motivate his side, who are poised to win an unprecedented treble.

1. Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)

Mikel Arteta has led Arsenal to an exceptional season, making up for the disappointment of losing out on a top-four finish the previous year. Arsenal's turnaround under Arteta has them in the running to win the Premier League for the first time since the historic 2003–04 season. They have already clinched a spot in the 2019 UEFA Champions League and are almost ready to tie their club record for most victories in a season of the top division. In the 2022–23 Premier League season,

Mikel Arteta's effect as Arsenal's manager has been tremendous. His club had a stellar record of 25 wins, 6 ties, and 6 losses throughout 37 games. Arsenal have a strong defense yet has allowed 42 goals, demonstrating their attacking strength with a significant 83 goals scored. The team's remarkable +41 goal differential demonstrates their supremacy on the pitch. Arsenal's performance has improved significantly under Arteta's direction, putting them in the running for their first Premier League championship since the historic 2003–04 campaign.