Mikel, Iheanacho, three other Nigerians make shortlist for CAF Awards

The Super Eagles trio of John Obi Mikel, Kelechi Iheanacho and Ahmed Musa have all been listed as nominees for the CAF African Player of the Year Award.

The three players flying the country’s flag in the race for the prestigious award are all plying their trade in the English Premier League.

Iheanacho, who plays for Manchester City, has been massive for the club since breaking into the first team of the English outfit.

The 20-year-old has been an instant hit with the Super Eagles already, with four goals in four games for Nigeria’s national team this year.