By Victor Kanayo
Nigeria’s Super Eagles playmaker Alex Iwobi has emerged Everton player of the season.
The Toffees had to rely on the final day victory over Bournemouth before they could guarantee their safety in the premier league.
Utility Iwobi
Despite their struggle this season, the Nigerian international was able to distinguish himself and helped the club maintain their Premier League status.
Iwobi, who played in different positions for the Toffees over the course of the campaign, scored two goals and provided a Club-high eight assists.
The 27-year-old continued his impressive form from last season.
First Award For Most Wanted
It’s the first time Iwobi will be winning the award following his arrival from Arsenal in 2019.
Clubs in England and beyond have had their eye set on the Nigerian star following his amazing performance in the just concluded but remain unseen if the management of Everton will release one of their most prized assets.
Iheanacho Amidst Nosedive
Also, Kelechi Iheanacho has been named Leicester City’s Player of the Season for 2022/23.
Leicester disclosed this on their official website.
Iheanacho bagged five goals, made five assists in 28 appearances in the Premier League last season.
In total, he made 35 appearances and scored eight goals in all competitions for the Foxes.
Unfortunately his contributions were not enough as Leicester were relegated to the Championship.
The Foxes went down to the lower division alongside Southampton and Leeds.
They finished in 18th position after 38 games in the final league table
