Alexis Sanchez has added the Football Supporters’ Federation’s (FSF) Player of the Year to his impressive 2015, which also includes an FA Cup triumph with Arsenal and a Copa America title with Chile, its first ever in the competition.
Speaking about this years’ recipient, FSF CEO Kevin Miles paid tribute to Alexis’ impact on English football since his arrival in north London.
Alexis is a fantastic player who has lit up the Premier League since arriving in 2014. He’s a constant threat and played a huge role in helping Arsenal win the FA Cup last season, including a goal in the final.
Thierry Henry called him Arsenal’s best signing of the past six years – and we certainly wouldn’t disagree. He’s a worthy winner of the FSF Player of the Year award.
The online voting for the award, whose previous recipients include Sergio Aguero (2014) and Luis Suarez (2013), was vigorous, as over 180,000 fans cast a ballot. Alexis topped a close vote and edged runner-up Jamie Vardy of Leicester City.
The remainder of the shortlist for the award was comprised of some of the most exciting players in the Premier League, including Sergio Aguero (Manchester City), David de Gea (Manchester United), Harry Kane (Tottenham), and John Stones (Everton).
Alexis, currently resting and rehabilitating a hamstring problem, was honoured by the recognition.
I’m delighted to receive the FSF Player of the Year award. It’s been a great year for me on the pitch and I’m thrilled it has been recognised by the fans.
Arsenal have enjoyed a good start to the season and it was disappointing to pick up an injury at this important time. But I‘m hoping to be back soon to help my team-mates have another successful year.
Arsène Wenger also spoke out in recognition of Alexis’s accomplishments.
Alexis has had a fantastic year – winning the FA Cup with us and the Copa America with Chile. He has made a huge impact on English football since his arrival and I’m very happy that his skill, ability and dedication has been recognised by football fans across the country.
