Yashin Trophy 2023: Nominees revealed for Ballon d'Or's best goalkeeper award

Morocco made history at the Qatar 2022 World Cup, becoming the first-ever African nation to reach the semi-finals of the competition. The knockout penalty saves of their star goalkeeper Yassine Bounou contributed massively to that journey, and the 32-year-old also had a great season domestically, winning the Europa League with Sevilla and being named Player of the Match in the final against Roma.

Thibaut Courtois' stellar 2022-23 season with Real Madrid made him the recipient of last year's Yashin Trophy, and he's amongst the contenders again this time round. While Los Blancos missed out on La Liga or Champions League glory in 2023, he still had an impressive campaign and was integral in helping them win the Copa del Rey.

French international Mike Maignan's recent performances for AC Milan led to GOAL labelling him the world's best goalkeeper earlier this year. His logic-defying shot-stopping has attracted the attention of fans all over the world, and he'll be one of the favourites to get his hands on the 2023 Yashin Trophy.

For years, Ter Stegen has been considered one of the greatest keepers on the planet. In 2022-23, he only strengthened that reputation, keeping a remarkable 26 clean sheets in 38 La Liga games and conceding just 18 league goals all season as Barcelona strode to a first title under club legend Xavi.

The Manchester City No. 1 receives his third Yashin Trophy nomination, having already been shortlisted in 2019 and 2022. After a history-making season in which his shot-stopping, distribution, and outrageous footwork helped provide the foundations for City's much coveted treble, he'll be hoping he can finally land the top prize.

Argentina's first-choice goalkeeper makes headlines wherever he goes, whether it's for eye-catching antics like holding the World Cup Golden Glove trophy to his crotch in celebration, or for his outstanding penalty and open play saves on the biggest stage of all. He played a major role in Argentina's dramatic 2022 World Cup final victory, and will be one of the leading contenders for the Yashin Trophy as a result.

Onana's €51m move from Inter to Manchester United this summer is a testament to how highly-rated the Cameroon international is. His displays helped guide Inter to a Champions League final last season against the odds, and his ability on the ball has been deemed crucial in Ten Hag's mission to make United a serious title-challenging force once more.

David Raya's recent move from Brentford to Arsenal will give Ramsdale fierce competition for the No. 1 spot at the Emirates, but he has everything it takes to provide the firm foundation for another title challenge with the Gunners. Last season, his talismanic displays at the back allowed Arsenal to give Man City a serious run for their money, and that contribution is reflected in his Yashin nomination.

Livakovic's heroic performances at the World Cup helped Croatia battle their way past Brazil and Japan on penalties, his country once again defying expectations and eventually winning the third-place play-off against Morocco. Without the 28-year-old — who also won a sixth straight title with Dinamo Zagreb — it's highly unlikely they would've made it that far.

Finishing in second place with only a point less than champions PSG, Lens were Ligue 1's surprise package last season. Behind attacking talents like Elye Wahi and Florian Sotoca, Samba played a pivotal role in that success, keeping 15 clean sheets in 38 games and winning the Ligue 1 Goalkeeper of the Year award.