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They play for the biggest clubs in the world - from the English Premier League to Italy Serie A and the German Bundesliga to the Chinese Super League. Their ability, strength and pace make African footballers some of the most popular players on the planet. But who will the fans vote for this year as their ultimate African Footballer of the Year?

Football fans have the chance to vote for their hero at bbc.com/africanfootball

Voting is now open and closes at 18:00GMT on Monday 27 November.

Credit: Composite created by 麻豆约拍. Photos: Getty Images