As of late February 2025, it looks all but certain that Liverpool will win the Premier League. With just ten matches to play, they have a 13-point lead ahead of Arsenal (albeit having played one more game than the Gunners).
That Arsenal are closer to Aston Villa in 10th - 12 points ahead - tells you all you need to know about any talk of a title race still being on the cards for the final run-in. While that will delight all those associated with the Reds, some squad players may be feeling a little uneasy.
After all, it is no easy fit to the Premier League - Liverpool have won it just once - so all senior players will be desperate to get their hands on a winner's medal come May. For six first-team stars, however, this may not be possible.
Six Liverpool Players at Risk of No Medal
Must play at least five games
The most notable name to potentially miss out is summer signing Federico Chiesa. As of right now, he has played just three games in the league this season - vs Bournemouth, Brentford and Ipswich - meaning he is two away from qualifying.
The other names are less familiar but can all be considered first team players, despite their youth. Indeed, Tyler Morton, Trey Nyoni and James McConnell may not have played in the league this term but have featured for the senior team in other competitions.
Vitezslav Jaros had featured in the Premier League but is unlikely to pick up more minutes as he got a rare shot in goal when both Alisson and Caoimhin Kelleher were injured for the October match vs Crystal Palace.
Finally, Jayden Danns has no hope of reaching five games after he managed one earlier in the season. This is because he is currently on loan at Championship club Sunderland.
| Player | Premier League Appearances | Senior Appearances in All Competitions |
| Federico Chiesa | 3 | 10 |
| Tyler Morton | 0 | 5 |
| Trey Nyoni | 0 | 5 |
| James McConnell | 0 | 4 |
| Jayden Danns | 1 | 4 |
| Vitezslav Jaros | 1 | 2 |
Rule Means All Six Could Still Get Medals
40 medals on offer, although more can be granted
However, even if the players fail to make five league appearances. that does not necessarily mean they will miss out on a medal. As it happens, the Premier League hands the champions 40 commemorative medals - which are made of silver and 2.25in (5.7cm) in diameter.
The winning club can give out the medals to anyone they choose - coaches, players and other officials - so long as every player who has made at least five Premier League appearances during the title-winning season gets one.
What's more, extra medals can be requested and granted by the Premier League Board. This would only happen, though, if more than 39 players have made at least five league appearances during the campaign
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