Ademola Lookman (Atalanta) – 22 Goals, 12 Assists
Lookman had an outstanding 2024, earning the prestigious African Player of the Year award thanks to his 22 goals and 12 assists in 42 appearances for Atalanta. Despite missing the start of the year due to his participation in the 2023 AFCON, Lookman quickly made an impact with his first goal in March and added more crucial goals, including a hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League final, helping Atalanta secure their first-ever European title.
**Victor Osimhen (Napoli/Galatasaray) – 21 Goals, 4 Assists**
Osimhen’s 2024 was a year of challenges, with a rocky start to the year and a dramatic transfer saga. After a successful AFCON with Nigeria, Osimhen returned to Napoli in February, only for tensions to rise with the club, leading to a surprise loan move to Galatasaray. Despite the turmoil, he scored 21 goals and provided 4 assists in 29 appearances. His time in Turkey started with three assists and continued with key goals, including a brace against Kayserispor.
**Cyril Dessers (Rangers) – 25 Goals, 8 Assists**
Dessers had a prolific year with 25 goals and 8 assists in 54 appearances for Rangers. Although he played more games than others on this list, his consistency throughout the year was remarkable, with his first goal of 2024 coming in January. He was instrumental for Rangers in both domestic and international competitions.
**Tolu Arokodare (Genk) – 20 Goals, 4 Assists**
Arokodare’s form in 2024 has been exceptional, with 20 goals and 4 assists. Since joining Genk in 2023, he has adapted well to Belgian football and is currently the top scorer in the Belgium Pro League with 13 goals in 20 games this season. His goalscoring form has been a key factor in Genk’s strong league position at the top of the table.
**Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen) – 13 Goals, 2 Assists**
Despite an injury-plagued year, Boniface has still managed to score 13 goals and provide 2 assists in 26 appearances. After missing the AFCON due to injury, he made a strong comeback in April and scored key goals, including in the Europa League. However, he has been sidelined with an injury since November, limiting his appearances in the latter half of the year.
