AFC Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake has won the Michael Matthew's Player of the Month for December.

The Dutch international, who gained 43% of the vote, beat off competition from Ryan Fraser, Lewis Cook and Adam Smith.

Throughout December, Ake made a total of seven appearances, only missing the Carabao Cup contest against former side Chelsea, where the Cherries narrowly lost 2-1.

Additionally, the 22-year-old netted a second goal for Eddie Howe's side in the 3-3 draw with West Ham on Boxing Day, as the Cherries added another point to their tally.

Ake will receive his award off representatives from Michael Matthews ahead of an upcoming Premier League fixture at Vitality Stadium.