Lagos, Nigeria – December 15, 2024 – Nigerian football fans are on the edge of their seats as the countdown begins to the CAF Player of the Year award ceremony, scheduled to take place on Monday night in Morocco. According to Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, Atalanta star forward Ademola Lookman is poised to take home the prestigious continental gong, following an incredible run of form for both club and country.
Ekong, who has had a front-row seat to Lookman’s exploits, has been singing the 27-year-old’s praises, describing him as “on fire” and “arguably the best player in Africa right now.” Lookman’s impressive performances have not gone unnoticed, with a hat-trick in the Europa League final and a string of outstanding displays for the Super Eagles.
The Atalanta forward is one of five final nominees for the award, which was won by Nigerian star Victor Osimhen last year. However, Ekong is confident that Lookman’s exceptional form will see him crowned the continent’s best player. “I’m sure he’s going to win it,” Ekong said in an interview with talksport.
Lookman’s rise to prominence has sparked rumors of interest from big clubs, but Atalanta has been reluctant to let him go. As the football world waits with bated breath for the CAF Player of the Year award ceremony, one thing is clear: Ademola Lookman is a force to be reckoned with, and his coronation as Africa’s best player is all but a formality.
Source: Africa Publicity
