Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman has been nominated for the 2024 Best Men’s Player award at the Globe Soccer Awards, hosted by the Dubai Sports Council. The announcement, made on Thursday via X, places Lookman among football’s elite, including icons Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland.
The former Leicester City and RB Leipzig star, currently shining for Atalanta in Serie A, joins a diverse list of nominees featuring both seasoned legends and rising stars across Europe’s top leagues. Representing English football are Manchester City’s Phil Foden, Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham, and Chelsea’s Cole Palmer. Messi and Ronaldo make the shortlist once more, underscoring their continued impact in the sport.
Other nominees include Bundesliga standout Robert Lewandowski, Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sané, Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, and Barcelona’s emerging talent Lamine Yamal. La Liga stars Federico Valverde, Vinícius Júnior, and Alejandro Grimaldo are also recognized for their contributions, showcasing Spain’s ongoing football excellence.
The Globe Soccer Awards stated, “The nominees with the highest number of votes will form the shortlist of finalists in this category.” The awards ceremony, in its 15th edition, will take place on December 27 during the 19th Dubai International Sports Conference, in partnership with the Dubai Sports Council.
Best Player Nominees at Globe Soccer ✨
Who’d you vote for? 🗳️ pic.twitter.com/0wlty0rgfG— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 14, 2024
