While injuries limited his overall impact, it is fari to say that Ajax midfielder Mohammed Kudus has been one of Africa's breakout stars over the course of the European season.
Once back to full fitness, Ghana international Kudus is expected to take on a key role in Amsterdam next term as the aim to secure a third successive Eredivisie title.
And if the Dutch giants are keen begin building a base for some of Africa's top youngsters, then they will not have to look too far to find a player who is showing similar promise to Kudus in the early stages of his career.