Ademola Lookman, a standout player for Atalanta, has been recognized as Africa's top International Footballer at the Ghana Football Awards.
Lookman won the award over his fellow countryman Victor Osimhen and Burkina Faso defender Edmund Tapsoba.
The 26-year-old was a standout player for Nigeria during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
The ex-RB Leipzig player netted three times in seven games for the Super Eagles in Cote d’Ivoire.
Lookman also had a successful season with Atalanta in both domestic and European competitions.
The speedy winger impressed by scoring three goals in La Dea's win against Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Europa League final.
The player scored 17 goals and provided 10 assists in all competitions for Gian Piero Gasperini's team last season.
He once again received the Player of the Season award for Atalanta. His exceptional display of skills caught the attention of top European clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, and Liverpool.
Lookman has truly brought pride to his country and the whole African continent.