An award owned by Italian newspaper Tuttosport, it celebrates the achievements of the best under-21 talent in European football.
Beney enjoyed a hugely successful first season at City after helping former side BSC YB Frauen to the Swiss title in 2024/25.
The 20-year-old ended her debut campaign in Blue with two goals and ten assists in all competitions, helping City claim both the WSL and FA Cup in the process.
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She grabbed her first goal in a dramatic 3-2 win over Arsenal at the Joie Stadium in October 2025, and followed it up with another strike in an eye-catching display against Liverpool later that month.
Already featuring 28 times for the Blues either as a full-back or in attacking situations on the right flank, Beney’s stock continues to rise as a key figure in Andrée Jeglertz’s side.
Her nomination is recognition of that incredible rise, with the winner expected to be announced in early November.
Everyone at City would like to congratulate Iman on her nomination, with the full shortlist available below:
Iman Beney - Manchester City
Veerle Buurman – Chelsea
Giulia Galli – Barcelona
Azzurra Gallo – Toulouse
Smilla Holmberg – Arsenal
Maeline Mendy – Paris FC
Sydney Schertenleib – Barcelona
Felicia Schröder – Real Madrid
Clara Serrajordi – Barcelona
Alara – FC Bayern Women
