Lookman bagged a hat-trick as Atalanta won its first-ever European trophy last season.
The Norwegian striker secured his second consecutive hat-trick, extending City’s unbeaten record against the Hammers to 18 matches.
Haaland has now scored 67 Premier League goals since joining City in the summer of 2022.
Mateo Kovačić’s powerful strike sealed the deal for City.
Van Dijk is the only defender on the shortlist, while no goalkeeper was nominated.
Haaland, who previously netted a hat-trick against Wolves, surpassed expectations with a quartet of goals, propelling City’s relentless attack.
Liverpool found an opportunity to level the score within 90 seconds of the second half.
Guardiola said that to be part of the titles, they need everyone.
Haaland sealed the victory with a third goal in stoppage time.
It was the former Liverpool goalkeeper’s first Premier League start since 2018.
