Overview
- Tuttosport confirmed Doué as the winner at a November 4 press conference at the Grattacielo della Regione Piemonte in Turin.
- The PSG midfielder earned the honor after a standout 2024–25 campaign with 16 goals and 16 assists in 61 matches, including a brace in the Champions League final win over Inter Milan.
- Golden Boy rules barred repeat winners, leaving 2024 laureate Lamine Yamal ineligible for 2025.
- The Board of Legends also named Luis Campos Best Executive, Nasser al‑Khelaïfi Best President, Leah Williamson Golden Player Woman, Diogo Jota Golden Player Man posthumously, and PSG Best Club.
- The formal ceremony is scheduled in Turin in December, with reports differing on the exact date, as Doué recovers from a thigh injury expected to keep him out for several weeks.