The winger enjoyed a fine campaign for both the Gunners and Nigeria last year, while Kelechi Iheanacho was named as the Most Promising Talent of the Year. Arsenal star Alex Iwobi has been named African Youth Player of the Year for 2016 at the African Player of the Year awards.
The winger enjoyed a stellar 2016 for both club and country, becoming a regular fixture at Arsenal while also impressing for Nigeria. Iwobi, 20, marked his maiden Premier League start for Arsenal with a goal against Everton in March last year, keeping his place in the first team until the end of the 2015-16 season.
He also netted his first competitive goal for Nigeria in October last year as the Super Eagles downed Zambia 2-1 in a World Cup qualifier. Iwobi currently has three goals to his name in all competitions for Arsenal so far this term.
Congrats, Alex!