In 2023, it was Alex Smithies. In 2025, Odsonne Edouard 😡😡😡: You won’t believe who was picked in the annual vote for Leicester City Player of the Season — not even Jordan James.

There has become a familiar, almost ritualistic tone to Leicester City’s end-of-season awards in recent years.

“In 2023, it was Alex Smithies. In 2025, Odsonne Edouard. Right now, take your pick between Wanya Marcal and Dujuan Richards.”

What was once a straightforward honour has, at times, felt more like a protest vote from a disillusioned fanbase. Yet this season, there is at least some clarity at the top.

Jordan James stands out as the obvious choice for Player of the Year, with Abdul Fatawu not far behind after his decisive contributions earlier in the campaign.

Beyond that, the conversation becomes far less certain. Responses to the question of a third-place finisher have ranged from “nobody”, “lol”, “…”, a single sweating emoji and “what an awful question to have to consider”.

Some, however, have made genuine cases. Harry Souttar’s return after a long absence, capped by a commanding display and goal against Millwall, has not gone unnoticed. Others have pointed to the likes of Ben Nelson and Luke Thomas.

The most popular selection, though, has been Oliver Skipp. It is a choice that says as much about the rest of the squad as it does about him.

Skipp has shown effort, if little else, and in a season of underperformance that alone has earned recognition.

“It’s time for the almost annual protest vote for Leicester City’s player of the season.”