It’s official: the Premier League’s most clinical striker this winter has been crowned. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Dominic Solanke was named the EA SPORTS Player of the Month for December 2025.
In a month dominated by high-scoring thrillers and festive football, the Tottenham Hotspur striker rose above a star-studded shortlist to claim the trophy, marking a career-defining period for the 28-year-old.
December by the Numbers: Solanke’s Scoring Spree
Solanke was the undisputed focal point of the Spurs attack throughout December, helping the North London side maintain their push for the Champions League spots.
Goals Scored: 5 goals in 6 appearances.
The Highlight: A sensational brace against Manchester City at the Etihad on December 21, which secured a shock 2–2 draw for Spurs.
Clutch Factor: His 89th-minute winner against Wolves on Boxing Day is already being hailed as a "season-defining" moment by Spurs fans.
The Record: Solanke becomes the first Tottenham player to win the award since James Maddison in early 2024, proving he has fully stepped into the shoes of the legendary goalscorers who came before him.
The Competition: Who Did He Beat?
Solanke topped an eight-man shortlist that featured some of the league's most in-form players. The voting, a combination of public polls and a panel of experts, saw him edge out:
The Best Version of Me"
Upon receiving the award at Hotspur Way, Solanke credited his teammates and the tactical freedom given to him by the coaching staff.
Dominic Solanke: "To win this award in such a busy month means everything. We’ve had some tough results, but as a team, we’ve shown great spirit. I feel like I’m playing the best football of my career right now, and I just want to keep this momentum going into the new year."
The Verdict: While the Manchester City trio of Haaland, Foden, and Cherki put up staggering numbers, Solanke’s goals were arguably more "valuable" to his team's league position. This award cements his status as the primary engine of the Tottenham attack heading into the 2026 World Cup year.