The nominees for the 2025 Yashin Trophy have been announced yesterday. First awarded to Liverpool’s Alisson Becker in 2019, the Yashin Trophy honors the best goalkeeper in world football each year.
Named after the legendary Soviet icon Lev Yashin—the only goalkeeper to ever win the Ballon d’Or—the award has become a prestigious benchmark for elite shot-stoppers.
Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martínez currently holds the title, having impressively won back-to-back trophies in 2023 and 2024.
The Argentine is once again among the frontrunners in this year’s race, joined by three other standout Premier League keepers. Alisson, a consistent presence in the conversation and 2022 runner-up, returns to the shortlist, while Arsenal’s David Raya and Nottingham Forest’s Matz Sels—both Golden Glove winners—also make the cut.
With the nominees revealed, here are my top 10 favorites to win the Yashin Trophy this year.
10. Yassine Bounou
Club: Al Hilal
Country: Morocco
Yassine Bounou continues to shine on the global stage. The Moroccan international turned heads with his standout performance against Manchester City in the Club World Cup, conceding just four goals from 14 shots — outshining Ederson in the same match.
In the 2024/25 season, Bounou made 49 appearances for Al Hilal, keeping 16 clean sheets and conceding 58 goals. He also saved 1 of the 4 penalties he faced. Known for his lightning-quick reflexes and composure in big moments, Bounou has firmly established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the Saudi Pro League.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Matches: 49
Clean Sheets: 16
Goals Conceded: 58
Penalties Faced/Saved: 4/1
9.Lucas Chevalier
Club: Lille
Country: France
The 23-year-old French goalkeeper has been a revelation in Ligue 1. Lucas Chevalier delivered a breakout campaign with Lille, establishing himself as one of Europe’s most promising young keepers. Calm under pressure and quick off his line, Chevalier’s shot-stopping helped Lille secure a top-four finish.
In 2024/25, he made 47 appearances, kept 17 clean sheets, and conceded 43 goals — an impressive return for such a young keeper. His distribution and composure under pressure have caught the attention of Europe’s biggest clubs.
8. Emiliano Martínez
Club: Aston Villa
Country: Argentina
A World Cup hero and now a Premier League mainstay, Emiliano Martínez continues to rise. The Aston Villa goalkeeper added another strong season to his résumé, capped by winning the 2024 Yashin Trophy.
Across 53 appearances, Martínez registered 16 clean sheets and conceded 61 goals. He also saved 1 of 2 penalties. Beyond stats, his psychological edge in penalty shootouts and commanding presence in the box make him one of the top keepers in world football.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Matches: 53
Clean Sheets: 16
Goals Conceded: 61
Penalties Faced/Saved: 2/1
7. Jan Oblak
Club: Atlético Madrid
Country: Slovenia
Jan Oblak remains a model of consistency for Atlético Madrid. A decade into his career with the Spanish giants, he continues to be one of the most reliable goalkeepers in Europe. Oblak’s anticipation, aerial control, and reflexes are still among the best in the game.
In the 2024/25 season, he played 49 matches, recorded 18 clean sheets, and conceded just 49 goals. Although he faced 5 penalties, he didn’t manage a save. Nonetheless, he remains a frontrunner for the La Liga Golden Glove.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Matches: 49
Clean Sheets: 18
Goals Conceded: 49
Penalties Faced/Saved: 5/0
6. Thibaut Courtois
Club: Real Madrid
Country: Belgium
Despite a turbulent season for Real Madrid, Thibaut Courtois maintained his elite standards. The towering Belgian has been a pillar for Los Blancos in both domestic and European competitions, even though the club faced disappointments in the Champions League and domestic cups.
Courtois made 53 appearances, collected 17 clean sheets, and conceded 63 goals. He faced 3 penalties without a save, but his shot-stopping and one-on-one abilities remained world-class.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Matches: 53
Clean Sheets: 17
Goals Conceded: 63
Penalties Faced/Saved: 3/0
5. Matz Sels
Club: Nottingham Forest
Country: Belgium
Matz Sels was one of the most underrated stars of the Premier League season. Despite Forest’s struggles, Sels emerged as a match-winner on multiple occasions — earning praise for his consistency and commanding presence in goal.
He played 38 matches, recorded 13 clean sheets, and conceded 46 goals. Notably, he shared the 2024/25 Premier League Golden Glove with David Raya, a remarkable feat considering Forest’s position in the table. His penalty-saving and reflexes made him one of the league’s standout performers.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Matches: 38
Clean Sheets: 13
Goals Conceded: 46
Penalties Faced/Saved: 4/2
4. David Raya
Club: Arsenal
Country: Spain
David Raya has become Arsenal’s undisputed No.1, thanks to a second consecutive stellar campaign. His distribution, calmness under pressure, and timely saves helped the Gunners stay competitive on all fronts.
Raya featured in 55 matches, securing 19 clean sheets and conceding only 50 goals. He faced 3 penalties, though didn’t save any. His efforts earned him another Golden Glove (shared) and a place in Arsenal’s top 3 players of the season.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Matches: 55
Clean Sheets: 19
Goals Conceded: 50
Penalties Faced/Saved: 3/0
3. Alisson Becker
Club: Liverpool
Country: Brazil
Year after year, Alisson proves he belongs among the world’s best. His agility, shot-stopping, and confidence under pressure continue to make him an invaluable asset for Liverpool.
Despite playing only 35 matches due to injuries, Alisson managed 13 clean sheets and conceded just 33 goals — the fewest among top keepers this season. He faced 1 penalty but couldn’t stop it. Nonetheless, his overall performances were outstanding.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Matches: 35
Clean Sheets: 13
Goals Conceded: 33
Penalties Faced/Saved: 1/0
2. Yann Sommer
Club: Inter Milan
Country: Switzerland
At 36, Yann Sommer is defying age and expectations. The Swiss veteran has been phenomenal for Inter Milan and was a standout for Switzerland in the Euro 2024 tournament, conceding just four goals in five matches.
Across club competitions, he played 53 games, notched 22 clean sheets, and conceded 55 goals. He also saved 1 of 3 penalties. Sommer’s consistency, leadership, and big-match mentality make him a top-tier keeper even in 2025.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Matches: 53
Clean Sheets: 22
Goals Conceded: 55
Penalties Faced/Saved: 3/1
1. Gianluigi Donnarumma
Club: Paris Saint-Germain
Country: Italy
Gianluigi Donnarumma continues to justify his reputation as one of the best in the world. From his teenage years at AC Milan to becoming the No.1 at PSG, the Italian has consistently delivered on the big stage.
In 2024/25, Donnarumma was instrumental in PSG’s Champions League run — especially in their penalty shootout win over Liverpool, where he saved two crucial spot-kicks. His composure, shot-stopping, and command in the air remain unmatched.
Key Stats (2024/25):
Won the Uefa champions league
Finalists in Club World Cup
Ligue 1 tittle A
And two other domestic trophies
