The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) is set to take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. This prestigious tournament will see 49 Premier League players potentially missing part of the season due to their national team commitments. Among the notable names are Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Manchester United's new signing Bryan Mbuemo.

Key Players to Watch

• Mohamed Salah (Egypt): Liverpool's star forward is expected to lead Egypt's charge.
• Bryan Mbuemo (Cameroon): Manchester United's new acquisition will be a key player for Cameroon.
• Yoane Wissa (Democratic Republic of Congo): Brentford's forward will be crucial for his national team.
• Nicolas Jackson (Senegal): Chelsea's striker will be pivotal for Senegal.
• Andre Onana (Cameroon): Manchester United's goalkeeper will be a defensive stalwart for Cameroon.

Clubs Most Affected

• Sunderland: With seven African players, they could be the most impacted.
• Nottingham Forest: Six players may feature at Afcon, adding to their European commitments.
• Brighton: Multiple African players cannot participate due to their nations not qualifying.

Nations Best Represented

• Ivory Coast and Senegal: Each have eight players in the Premier League.
• Nigeria: Seven players are currently in the league.
• Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, and Morocco: Each have four players.

Full List of Premier League Players at Afcon

This tournament not only highlights the talent of African players but also underscores the global nature of the Premier League. Clubs will need to strategize to mitigate the impact of these absences during crucial fixtures.