The African Player of the Year Holder - Aubameyang, however, had to settle for second place in the Bundesliga, and exited the Europa League at the quarter-final stage after losing to beaten finalists Liverpool in dramatic fashion. But the Gabon international did score 39 goals in 49 club appearances in all competitions last term and is eight for eight this term across the Bundesliga and Champions League.

Aubameyang and Mahrez are clear front-runners, but with the likes of Slimani and Sadio Mane breathing down their necks, there is no room for complacency at the top.

Source: African Cup of Nations