La Liga shortlist Nigeria’s duo of Ejuke, Adams for African player of the year

Super Eagles stars Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke have been nominated for the LaLiga African Player of the Season award, highlighting their impressive performances in Spain this season.

The two Nigerian internationals are part of a 20-man shortlist made up of some of the best African talents currently playing in LaLiga.

Their nominations reflect their growing influence at their respective clubs, where they have consistently delivered strong performances and caught the attention of fans and analysts alike.

Adams, known for his strength, positioning, and eye for goal, has been a key attacking figure for his side.

Meanwhile, Ejuke has stood out with his pace, dribbling ability, and creativity, often troubling defenders and creating chances in the final third.

Their inclusion on the shortlist is seen as a reward for their hard work and consistency throughout the campaign.

The competition for the award is expected to be intense, with several high-profile players also in the running.

Among them is Athletic Bilbao forward Inaki Williams, a two-time winner of the award, who remains one of the most consistent African players in Spain.

Sevilla is also well represented on the list, with Pape Gueye, Thomas Partey, and Nicolas Pepe all earning nominations after solid seasons. Levante’s Karl Etta Eyong is another notable contender.

This year’s ceremony will be the fifth edition of the award and is scheduled to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, further underlining the growing connection between African football and European leagues like LaLiga.

Past winners of the award include Nigeria’s Samuel Chukwueze, who has previously been recognised for his outstanding performances, and Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, who also made history with his contributions at club level.

The final winner will be determined through a voting process that combines fans’ votes from across Africa with the assessments of a panel of experts.

This system ensures that both public opinion and professional analysis play a role in deciding who takes home the prestigious individual honour.

With strong contenders in the race, fans will be watching closely to see if either Adams or Ejuke can emerge victorious and bring the award back to Nigeria.