THIERRY HENRY (Arsenal): Henry has now been nominated for the fourth year in a row and deservedly so, his goals and assists more essential to Arsenal than ever.
FRANK LAMPARD (Chelsea): One of the most consistent performers in the Premiership, and one of the few players in Chelsea's star-studded squad to command a regular first team place.
JAY-JAY OKOCHA (Bolton): The Nigerian international has become a cult figure at the Reebok - especially after putting club before country before the African Nations Cup earlier this year.
ALAN SHEARER (Newcastle United): The former England skipper continues to benefit from his international retirement, as do Champions League chasing Newcastle.
PATRICK VIEIRA (Arsenal): Team-mate and fellow countryman Thierry Henry may grab most of the headlines, but no-one under-estimates the contribution of skipper Vieira to Arsenal's success.
YOUNG PLAYER OF THE YEAR
GLEN JOHNSON (Chelsea): A few eyebrows were raised when Chelsea shelled out over £6million on a teenager with such limited Premiership experience - but it could be one of the best pieces of business Claudio Ranieri has conducted.
SCOTT PARKER (Chelsea): Another promising English youngster who has earnt his place among the world stars available to Ranieri.
SHAUN WRIGHT-PHILLIPS (Manchester City): References are often made to his famous father, but they might cease as the new England cap continues to make a big name for himself.
WAYNE ROONEY (Everton): A Young Player of the Year nominee for the second year running, Rooney has lived up to the hype surrounding his dramatic rise to stardom.
JOHN TERRY (Chelsea): Continues to grow in stature both as a defender and a leader and, together with Frank Lampard, is one of the first names Ranieri writes down on his team sheet.
KOLO TOURE (Arsenal): Has really made his mark in Arsenal's side this season, developing into a top class central defender and the perfect partner for Sol Campbell.
