African LaLiga EA Sports MVP: Nigerian hitman Sadiq to battle Inaki Williams, En-Nesyri for 23/24 award

Nigerian star Umar Sadiq has been nominated for the prestigious African LaLiga EA Sports MVP award and many other top African players from the Spanish topflight.

According to the list made available to Pulse Sports Nigeria, a total of 22 players have been nominated for the award, which will see the top three players selected.

Sadiq will be up against Ghanaian forward Inaki Williams, Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri, and Jonathan Bamba of Celta Vigo.

Other notable names on the list include Brahim Diaz of Real Madrid, Bertrand Traore of Villarreal, Cedric Bakambu of Real Betis, and Hamari Traore and Reinildo Mandava of Atletico Madrid.

The award is a testament to the growing influence of African players in LaLiga, with the continent's stars continuing to make their mark on one of the world's most competitive leagues.

Sadiq, who plays for Real Sociedad, has scored three goals and provided one assist in 26 appearances this season as his team pushes for a European spot.

Despite his lack of numbers, the Nigerian international will be hoping to add the African LaLiga EA Sports MVP award to his cabinet.

The competition for the award will be fierce, with Inaki Williams and En-Nesyri both enjoying impressive campaigns for Athletic Bilbao and Sevilla, respectively.

Fans will keenly await the winners' announcement, as the African LaLiga EA Sports MVP award continues to showcase the incredible talent and diversity of the Spanish top flight.