Nominees Announced For December's Ligue 1 Player Of The Month Award

The nominees for the December Ligue 1 Player of the Month award have been announced, with some of the league's top stars in contention for the prestigious accolade. The award is given to the player who has had the most impressive performances in the French top flight during the month.

The Nominees:

The five nominees for the December Ligue 1 Player of the Month award are:

Kylian Mbappé (Paris Saint-Germain)
Lionel Messi (Paris Saint-Germain)
Neymar (Paris Saint-Germain)
Wissam Ben Yedder (AS Monaco)
Martin Terrier (Stade Rennais)

The Contenders:

Kylian Mbappé is the clear favorite to win the award after a sensational December in which he scored seven goals in four league games. The French forward has been in scintillating form all season and is currently the top scorer in Ligue 1 with 13 goals.

Lionel Messi and Neymar are also strong contenders for the award after playing a key role in Paris Saint-Germain's impressive December. Messi scored four goals and provided two assists in four league games, while Neymar scored three goals and provided three assists.

Wissam Ben Yedder and Martin Terrier are the two outsiders for the award, but both players have had excellent Decembers. Ben Yedder scored four goals in four league games, while Terrier scored three goals and provided two assists.

The Verdict:

Kylian Mbappé is the odds-on favorite to win the December Ligue 1 Player of the Month award. The French forward has been in sensational form all season and was particularly impressive in December.

However, Lionel Messi and Neymar are also strong contenders for the award and could upset Mbappé if they continue their impressive form. Wissam Ben Yedder and Martin Terrier are the two outsiders, but both players have had excellent Decembers and could surprise.

The winner of the December Ligue 1 Player of the Month award will be announced on January 10th, 2023.

Conclusion:

The nominees for the December Ligue 1 Player of the Month award are all deserving of recognition for their impressive performances. Kylian Mbappé is the clear favorite to win the award, but Lionel Messi, Neymar, Wissam Ben Yedder, and Martin Terrier are all capable of upsetting the odds.

The award is a prestigious accolade and is a testament to the quality of the players in Ligue 1. The winner will be announced on January 10th, 2023 and will be a deserving recipient of the award.