Ademola Lookman Nominated for Ballon d'Or

Ademola Lookman has made history by becoming the eighth Nigerian player nominated for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, marking a significant milestone in his career as the only African on the 30-man shortlist. The Atalanta winger has had an exceptional year, contributing to Nigeria's success in the Africa Cup of Nations and leading Atalanta to their first European trophy with a remarkable hat-trick in the Europa League final. Lookman expressed pride in his nomination and hopes it signifies the start of greater achievements in his career. As he aims to surpass the highest previous finish by a Nigerian, currently held by Victor Osimhen, Lookman is also a contender for the African Player of the Year award set to be announced on December 16. His performances this season have garnered him recognition not just for individual accolades but also for his contributions to his teams at both club and international levels. The Ballon d'Or winner will be unveiled in Paris on Monday, further highlighting a year of extraordinary milestones for Lookman.