Ghana defender Nicholas Opoku  set to be shortlisted for Amiens Player of the Year Award

 Ghana defender Nicholas Opoku is in contention to be nominated for Amiens Player of the Year award following an impressive season with the Ligue II side.The former Berekum Chelsea defender joined Amiens on loan from Serie A side Udinese and has established himself since his arrival in January.The 23-year old has established himself has one of the key figures for his side in his two stints at the club.He has made 15 appearances in the ongoing campaign for the Ligue II side, and registered one assist.In his first and second spell at the club, Opoku has played 22 matches (7 in Ligue 1, 15 in Ligue 2).     Arrived last January from Udinese,Nicholas Opokuquickly established himself as the boss of the Picardy defense.In Ligue 1 as in Ligue 2, he made his power speak and asserted his leadership.The Ghanaian has a series of tenure and high level services.He did not hesitate to return to the club to gain playing time this summer.The central defender has an exemplary mentality on but also off the pitch.A chance to have such a good element!