Nakamura has been shortlisted for the SPFA player of the year, along with Naylor and goalkeeper Artur Boruc, as well as Aberdeen's Russell Anderson.

Meanwhile, McGeady will battle Scott Brown, Steven Naismith and Charlie Adam for the young player award.

Footballers are unable to vote for their own team-mates and McGeady opted for Anderson for the main award, while Naylor plumped for Falkirk's Alan Gow.

But there is little doubt who the Hoops duo reckon should come out on top at the awards ceremony at Glasgow's Thistle Hotel on April 22.

"It's difficult to choose between them," admitted McGeady. "Naka has been different class, while Naylor wasn't well known when he came here but has become one of the most consistent players in the league.

"Artur's performances in Europe have shone above everyone else.

"I would say Naka because some of the things he has done this season have been outrageous but it's a tough decision."

Naylor added: "Aiden has had a really good season and Naka comes up with something special in almost every game.

"It's hard to choose but I would probably go for Naka."

McGeady, 21, has been nominated for the young player award before but believes he is a more worthwhile candidate this season, following impressive displays in both the SPL and the Champions League.

"I'm very happy to be nominated," he said. "It's a great privilege.

"It's good to be regarded alongside players like Steven Naismith, Scott Brown and Charlie Adam and it's pleasing to be rewarded for your performances over the season.

"I was nominated a couple of seasons ago although I don't think I was really in with a shout.

"I'm not saying I'm going to win it this year but I have more of a chance than I did before.

"This season I have been more consistent than I was in the previous two seasons."

A win over Kilmarnock on the day of the awards ceremony would see Celtic crowned Scottish champions and McGeady is hoping for plenty to celebrate on the night.

He said: "We're not getting carried away, we've still got a job to do on Saturday against St Johnstone in the Scottish Cup, but it could be a good Sunday for us."