Ghanaian forwards Inaki Williams and Abdul Mumin have bagged nominations for the 2024/25 La Liga African Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.

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Williams' nomination this year, along with Abdul's nomination, raises questions about the player's ability to defend the award he won last season, following his stellar performance for Bilbao.

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He scored twelve goals for his team last season. This season, he has played a pivotal role in the club's position and pursuit of UEFA Champions League qualification. Bilbao currently ranks fourth on the league table with 64 points.

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He has also scored six goals and given six assists in La Liga, playing a crucial role in Bilbao’s push for a Champions League spot.

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He also played a key role in helping the team reach the semi-finals of the Europa League.

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Central defender Mumin on the other hand, had an outstanding season with his club Rayo Vallecano before a knee injury sidelined him.

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Mumin scored two goals in 24 league appearances, provided one assist, and contributed to six clean sheets which earned him the player of the Month award earlier in the season.

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Inaki and Mumin make up 20 nominees from 13 African countries who are selected by fan voting from Sub-Saharan Africa and assessed by a panel of 25 African sports journalists.

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Other contenders for the award include Reinildo Mandava and Flavien Enzo Boyomo. Voting closes on 14 May, with the winner set to be announced on 25 May, Africa Day.

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