Super Eagles duo, Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen have earned nominations for the 2024 International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) Men’s World Best Player award.
This recognition places Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen among an elite group of 30 nominees vying for one of the football world’s highest honours.
Ademola Lookman has made a significant impact during the previous season, particularly highlighted by his instrumental role in Atalanta’s triumph in the UEFA Europa League.
The 27-year-old winger showcased his remarkable skills by delivering a stunning hat-trick in the final match against Bayer Leverkusen, which ultimately led his team to victory. 
Additionally, Lookman demonstrated his prowess on the international stage, contributing three goals in seven appearances for the Nigerian national team during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Lookman’s performance has also earned him a nomination for the 2024 Africa Player of the Year Award, an accolade he is favourite to win.
On the other hand, Victor Osimhen has had an impressive season as well. The 25-year-old striker made a strong mark at Napoli, scoring 15 goals in 25 league appearances, which played a crucial role in his team’s successes.
Currently, Osimhen is on loan at Galatasaray, the champions of the Turkish Super Lig, where he is expected to continue his impressive form.
The previous winner of this prestigious award was Manchester City forward Erling Haaland, who captured the title last season.
Below are all the players nominated For the 2024 International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) Men’s World Best Player award
Jude Bellingham
England
Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappe
France
Paris Saint-Germain/ Real Madrid
Erling Haaland
Norway
Manchester City
Phil Foden
England
Manchester City
Bukayo Saka
England
Arsenal
Jamal Musiala
Germany
Bayern Munich
Florian Wirtz
Germany
Bayer Leverkusen
Rodri
Spain
Manchester City
Lamine Yamal
Spain
Barcelona
Declan Rice
England
Arsenal
Martin Ødegaard
Norway
Arsenal
Harry Kane
England
Bayern Munich
Cole Palmer
England
Chelsea
William Saliba
France
Arsenal
Ruben Dias
Portugal
Manchester City
Nico Williams
Spain
Athletic Bilbao
Toni Kroos
Germany
Real Madrid
Dani Olmo
Spain
RB Leipzig/ Barcelona
Dani Carvajal
Spain
Real Madrid
Fabian Ruiz
Spain
Paris Saint-Germain
Cody Gakpo
Netherlands
Liverpool
Vinícius Júnior
Brazil
Real Madrid
Federico Valverde
Uruguay
Real Madrid
Rodrygo
Brazil
Real Madrid
Lautaro Martínez
Argentina
Inter Milan
James Rodríguez
Colombia
São Paulo/ Rayo Vallecano
Ademola Lookman
Nigeria
Atalanta
Victor Osimhen
Nigeria
Napoli/ Galatasaray
Akram Afif
Qatar
Al Sadd
Alphonso Davies
Canada
Bayern Munich
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