Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has said that 2024 has been his best year so far, while also commenting on the special feeling on being the only African in the 30-man list for the Ballon D’Or award this year.
Lookman, to be fair has had a stellar year, from his heroics in the AFCON earlier in the year to an unbelievable performance in the UEFA Europa League fi00àanal at the end of last season, he has been at the heart of everything good for both Nigeria and Atalanta.
His rise and performance over the course of the year has seen him become the outright favourite for the CAF Men’s Best Player award
He has also started a new season in a stunning fashion, picking up awards, both in Europe and at the club. He was recently crowned Atalanta’s Player of the Month of September.
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Ademola Lookman says 2024 his best so far
Speaking on his Ballon d’Or nomination and being the only African in the list, Ademola Lookman said in an interview with France Football:
“It’s crazy. Being the only African on the list is even more special. I’m proud of it. It’s an honour, knowing where I come from. I chose to play for the Super Eagles because of my close and personal connection with this country.”
Lookman continued to talk about his conquest in the Europa League final, “The feeling of winning and having gold around your neck is an incomparable feeling. And writing history in a small city like Bergamo is something extraordinary.”
He also reflected on what has been a productive year, and acknowledge he has never had a better year.