Nicolas Jackson named Premier League Player of the Month for October 2026

Nicolas Jackson won the Premier League Player of the Month award for October 2026 after performances for Aston Villa in the English top flight. He became just the fourth Senegalese player to claim the prize and the first since Sadio Mané in November 2019.

The Premier League Player of the Month recognises the player judged to have produced the most impressive performances across England’s top-flight in a given month. The award considers goals, assists, defensive performances and overall impact on a club’s results. It is noted as particularly meaningful for younger players establishing themselves at the highest level. Harry Kane, Mohamed Salah and Sergio Aguero each hold the record for the most Player of the Month wins, with seven apiece.

Chelsea’s Joao Pedro was the first recipient of the 2026-27 season award after what the report describes as sensational performances under Xabi Alonso. Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Pascal Gross took the award for September. The Premier League 2026-27 campaign has already produced several standout individual displays.

For the month of October, Jackson secured the honour after scoring four goals in as many league games for the Villans. His performances delivered the October votes that resulted in the monthly accolade. For Aston Villa, the award is notable at a club level.

For the first time since 2015, an Aston Villa player has won the Premier League Player of the Month award. That club milestone coincides with Jackson’s personal achievement and the continued run of notable individual performances through the 2026-27 campaign.

Nicolas Jackson secured the individual award for October 2026.