Jovon Makama's impressive form for Norwich City in December has certainly caught the eye of fans and pundits alike, even though the young forward narrowly missed out on the Championship Player of the Month accolade. The 21-year-old was nominated after scoring four crucial goals, which were instrumental in securing seven of the Canaries’ eight points during the month.
In a highly competitive field, Makama faced stiff competition from Leicester City striker Bobby De Cordova-Reid, Preston North End goalkeeper Daniel Iversen, and Sheffield United’s Patrick Bamford. Ultimately, it was Bamford, who previously spent time on loan at Norwich during the 2015-16 season, that claimed the award, having netted four goals in six matches. This outcome underscores the fierce competition within the Championship, where numerous players have demonstrated their talents.
The judging panel for the Player of the Month award included EFL expert Don Goodman, EFL chief executive Trevor Birch, and Sky Bet EFL trader Ivor Davies. They assessed the nominees based on their performances throughout December, a month that saw many players rise to the occasion. Read more about Tributes Pour in for Devoted Canaries Fan Jim Davies.
In other news, the Manager of the Month award went to Kieran McKenna of Ipswich Town. McKenna's effective management has been crucial to his team's success, allowing him to surpass other candidates, including Watford's Javi Gracia, Hull City’s Sergej Jakirovic, and Swansea City’s Vitor Matos. Read more about Makama Targets EFL Player of the Month Honour.
Despite not securing the individual honour this time, Makama’s contributions to Norwich City remain invaluable as they pursue success in the Championship. His knack for finding the back of the net and influencing matches has established him as a player to watch as the season progresses. Read more about Norwich Target Fofana as Derby Lead January Chase.