Manchester City could stop trio from winning prestigious award

Manchester City trio of Phil Foden, Erling Haaland, and Rodri headline the nominees for the PFA Player of the Year award, a rarely discussed rule could, in theory, derail their chances of winning.

This obscure rule stipulates that players from the same club must participate in the ballot for their teammates to be eligible for the prestigious accolade.

While it’s hard to imagine a scenario where City’s stars would boycott voting, the existence of such a rule adds an intriguing layer to the process.

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With Manchester City dominating the Premier League under Pep Guardiola, it’s almost unthinkable that Foden, Haaland, or Rodri could be sidelined from the award due to their own squad’s actions. But what if a team decided to make a statement by abstaining from the vote?

The likelihood of this rule ever being enforced is slim to none, but it’s a fascinating reminder of the complexities behind football’s top honors. As City’s trio eye PFA glory, fans might wonder if this rule could ever impact the outcome—or if it’s just an interesting quirk in the rulebook destined to remain in obscurity.