Of those 40 medals, Premier League rules stipulate one is allocated to every player who has made five or more appearances in the competition during the season.
That usually leaves around 15-20 medals left over. The winning club can choose to distribute those as they see fit.
Managers and other senior coaching staff, including their assistants, are customarily awarded some of the remaining medals.
Players who have featured on fewer than five occasions may not be guaranteed a medal but could be given one by the club.
