Norwegian side SK Brann have completed the signing of young Nigerian winger Chinedu Ononogbo from Right2Win Football Club, with the 18 year old agreeing a long term contract running until 2029. The move marks Ononogbo’s first step into European football.
Ononogbo was spotted by Brann’s scouts during a local tournament in January and has impressed enough to earn his move to the Norwegian club’s youth setup, where he will work toward breaking into the first team.
The teenager expressed his delight at the move, acknowledging the opportunity as a major milestone in his career. He admitted the colder climate will take some getting used to but said he is focused on adapting quickly and learning from the coaching staff and his new teammates.
Brann’s sporting director Per-Ove Ludvigsen highlighted the club’s growing recruitment network and its desire to identify talent from around the world. He praised Ononogbo’s potential and believes the young winger can develop into a valuable player for the club in the coming years.
Editorial
Chinedu Ononogbo’s move to SK Brann is a significant milestone for the teen and underscores the increasing visibility of Nigerian talent to European clubs. Norway’s Eliteserien has become a launchpad for young African prospects, offering a blend of competitive football and development opportunities. Ononogbo will join Brann’s youth ranks with a clear pathway to the first team, provided he adapts well to the demands of European football.
For Nigerian football fans, this transfer highlights the value of local academies such as Right2Win in producing talents capable of attracting attention abroad. Ononogbo’s journey will be closely followed, with hopes that he can continue his progression and perhaps one day feature at senior club and national team levels.
This move also reflects SK Brann’s commitment to scouting and nurturing young players from diverse backgrounds. If Ononogbo can fulfil his potential in Norway, he could become the latest in a growing line of Nigerian wingers making their mark in Europe.
Did You Know?
- Chinedu Ononogbo has signed for Norwegian club SK Brann on a contract running until 2029.
- He joins from Right2Win Football Club in Nigeria, where he was spotted during a local tournament.
- The 18-year-old winger will initially train with Brann’s youth team before pushing for first-team action.
- SK Brann compete in Norway’s top flight, the Eliteserien, known for developing young talent.
- Ononogbo follows other Nigerian exports who have used Scandinavian leagues as a stepping stone to bigger European clubs.
