The Senegalese centre-back has been recognised for his solid defensive displays for the Partenopei during the league season
Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly has been named the best defender in the Italian Serie A for the 2018-19 season.
Koulibaly has been a regular fixture in Carlo Ancelotti's team this season, making 34 league appearances so far.
The 27-year-old has managed 125 clearances, 31 blocks in the Italian top-flight this season and he has also won 67 percent of his total tackles [60].
His defensive contributions helped Napoli manage 13 clean sheets in the league as they sit second behind leaders Juventus, with two matches remaining.
Koulibaly will be presented his award at Stadio San Paolo on Sunday when Napoli host Inter Milan for their penultimate league fixture of the season.
Next month, the former Genk defender will hope to replicate his fine displays when Senegal battle for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations title in Egypt.
The Teranga Lions have been drawn against Algeria, Kenya and Tanzania in Group C.
Gavincor
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Congratulations KK. Well deserved and way to go. You’re just the best in the word. VVD had only more visibility with the champions league. May God bless your future.
dream888
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As a Juventino i hate you. As a fan of the sport and admirer of the art of defending, you have been sublime since coming to Serie A. An Absolute beast and deservingly the winner.💪💪
Rosakiss
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One of the best defenders in serie A after Nesta retired. Your art of tackling, man marking and positioning is one only a few defenders have.
boostman
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That's really some achievement... For a league like Serie A with a history of renowned Italian defenders... The Cannavaros, Nestas, Maldinis et al
pompou
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Now please sign for Man United boss!! We need you! Congratulations!!