Lookman Will Be Named African Player Of The Year –Dosu

Ex-Nigerian international Dosu Joseph says he’s optimistic Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman will win tonight’s African Player of the Year Award.

He made this known on the backdrop of his impressive display for Atalanta, where his hat trick helped the team to lift the Europa League and play an integral role in the Super Eagles run to the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Speaking with Completesports.com, the Atlanta Olympic gold medalist stated that the Nigerian international has shown consistency and delivered for both club and country.

“I am expecting Lookman to win the African Player of the Year Award. He has delivered the goals for both club and country this year.

“The other candidates can’t match what Lookman has achieved this year alone. He was superb in the Europa League final, where he netted a hat-trick to help Atalanta lift the trophy and was also brilliant for the Super Eagles at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

“I sincerely believe he deserved the award.”