Top five nigerian players of the season
Based on their performances and impact on their teams, here are the top five Nigerian players of the season:
- Victor Osimhen (Napoli, Serie A) - Osimhen has been a revelation in his first season in Italy, scoring 13 goals in 19 appearances and helping Napoli to a top-four finish in the Serie A table. His pace, power, and finishing ability have made him a nightmare for opposing defenders.
- Kelechi Iheanacho (Leicester City, Premier League) - Iheanacho has enjoyed a resurgence in form this season, scoring 12 goals in 34 appearances and providing 5 assists for Leicester City. His clinical finishing and movement off the ball have made him a valuable asset for the Foxes.
- Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, Premier League) - Ndidi has been a rock in midfield for Leicester City, making 34 appearances and providing 2 goals and 2 assists. His defensive prowess, vision, and passing range have made him a key player for the Foxes.
- Samuel Chukwueze (Villarreal, La Liga) - Chukwueze has continued to impress in his second season in La Liga, scoring 5 goals and providing 4 assists in 24 appearances. His pace, skill, and goal-scoring ability have made him a fan favorite at Villarreal.
- Alex Iwobi (Everton, Premier League) - Iwobi has enjoyed a solid season with Everton, scoring 5 goals and providing 4 assists in 34 appearances. His creativity, vision, and work rate have made him a valuable asset for the Toffees, and he has formed a strong partnership with Dominic Calvert-Lewin up front.
Honorable mentions:
- Ola Aina (Torino, Serie A) - Aina has been a consistent performer for Torino, making 34 appearances and providing 2 goals and 2 assists.
- Samuel Kalu (Bordeaux, Ligue 1) - Kalu has enjoyed a solid season with Bordeaux, scoring 5 goals and providing 4 assists in 24 appearances.
- Moses Simon (Nantes, Ligue 1) - Simon has been a key player for Nantes, scoring 6 goals and providing 5 assists in 28 appearances.
Note: The performances of Nigerian players can vary depending on the league, team, and position, so this is not an exhaustive list, and other players may also have had impressive seasons.