Yaya Touré has been named the “African Footballer of the Year” by BBC, securing the award for the first time in consecutive nominations. The Ivorian midfielder had an outstanding year, playing 32 Premier League games for Manchester City in the previous season. While he missed out on the English championship title, Touré’s talent and contributions on the field were evident.
Touré’s success in England was not initially predicted when he left Barcelona in 2011, but he has since proven himself as one of the best midfielders in the world. Despite his achievements in club football, Touré has faced disappointment in international competitions, with Côte d’Ivoire falling short in various African Cup of Nations (CAN) tournaments.
In addition to winning the BBC African Footballer of the Year award, Touré is also nominated for the prestigious Ballon d’Or. He humbly acknowledges the competition from players like Ronaldo and Messi but sees the nomination as an honor. With three African Ballon d’Or titles already to his name, Touré continues to build his legacy, aiming to finish his career at Manchester City, where his contract runs until 2017.
