The nominees for the 2025 Ballon d’Or best coach were announced on Thursday evening (August 7, 2025). They are Napoli manager Antonio Conte, Luis Enrique (PSG), Hansi Flick (Barcelona), and Arne Slot (Liverpool).
Conte was nominated for the award after leading Napoli to the Scudetto in the 2024-25 season, a feat that also saw him tipped for the Serie A coach of the year award.
Conte is one of two Italian coaches nominated for the 2025 Cruyff Trophy, alongside Chelsea head coach and recent Club World Cup winner Enzo Maresca.
Conte’s main rival is Luis Enrique, who is considered the favorite. The Spanish coach successfully led PSG to victory in Ligue 1, the Champions League, the Coupe de France, and the Trophée des Champions.
The winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or best coach will be announced at a ceremony in Paris on September 22, 2025.
List of Nominees for the 2025 Ballon d’Or Best Coach:
- Antonio Conte (Naples)
- Luis Enrique (PSG)
- Hansi Flick (Barcelona)
- Enzo Maresca (Chelsea)
- Arne Slot (Liverpool)