The identity of the Premier League Manager of the Season for 2025–26 will soon be known, after this campaign’s nominees were announced. First awarded in 1993–94, the prize tends to go the manager whose team has been crowned champions. That is why Sir Alex Ferguson, the inaugural recipient, was an 11-time winner. But it isn’t always the case, as George Burley, Alan Pardew, Harry Redknapp and Tony Pulis have been recognized for achievements that fall outside of simply winning the title. Sometimes, guiding an unfancied club to a position that far exceeds expectations trumps silverware. These are the six managers nominated in 2025–26, ranked by Sports Illustrated in the order they deserve to win. 6. Pep Guardiola (Man City) Pep Guardiola has a contract until 2027. | Michael Regan-The FA/The FA/Getty Images Pep Guardiola has overseen the start of a Manchester City rebuild this season, is guaranteed to finish no lower than second and could even end the campaign with a seventh Premier League title.…