Yaya Toure has is the winner of the coveted BBC African footbaler of the year award. The 32 year old Ivory Coast international star join the likes of Kanu Nwankwo and Jay Jay Okocha who has won the title twice.
He was nominated alongside Yacine Brahimi, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Andre Ayew and Sadio Mane. Speaking to BBC sport, Yaya said
"I am very proud. To receive this dedication from the fans is unbelievable, Also I want to pay tribute to the other nominees. African football is growing up, becoming much better and we have fantastic young players coming through now."
"When I was a kid I was always dreaming of being an important player. I have sacrificed a lot. I will continue to try to win a trophy every year, I will fight to win a personal trophy."
BBC sports
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