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FC Midtjylland have confirmed the return of Nigerian goalkeeper Mark Ugboh, who was re-signed from Portuguese second-tier side CD Mafra. Ugboh had earlier made the move to Mafra from Midtjylland but is now back in Denmark after the clubs agreed on a contract buyout. The 20 year old shot-stopper had joined Mafra in 2023, and

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika has reported for Club Brugge’s pre‑season training ahead of the 2025–26 campaign, despite growing speculation over a summer move. The 24 year old central pivot joined his teammates earlier this week, positioning himself for the club’s upcoming friendly fixtures and training camps. Onyedika, signed in 2022 from FC Midtjylland for

FC Copenhagen are preparing to offload two Nigerian forwards Paul Mukairu and German Onugkha after both found opportunities limited in the Danish Superliga this season. Mukairu, 25, initially joined on loan in 2022 and has since spent two spells away first at Reading in England’s League One, then at Turkish side Boluspor to seek more

Millwall have confirmed the release of Nigerian centre-back Chinwike Okoli as part of their retained and released list for the 2024–2025 season. Okoli, 21, exits the Championship side without a first-team appearance but leaves behind a strong legacy at youth level. The towering defender captained Millwall’s U18 side in 2021–2022 and went on to lead

Henry Offia, a former Flying Eagles forward, has opted to terminate his contract with Swedish second division club Vasteras SK, just halfway through the agreed two year deal. The 25 year old joined Vasteras SK ahead of the 2023 season. During his time at the club, he made 17 appearances and found the net three

Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi is set to be handed a rare starting opportunity for Nottingham Forest against Brighton this weekend, following an injury to first choice forward Chris Wood. Awoniyi has endured a frustrating campaign, largely playing a substitute role behind the in-form Wood, who has scored 18 goals and registered three assists in 29

Cardiff City manager Omer Riza has confirmed that Nigerian international Jamilu Collins may leave the club before the end of the season. The left-back has struggled for form and playing time, making just three league appearances this season. Collins was eager to secure a transfer during the January window in hopes of reviving his career,

West Ham United have recalled their 18-year-old striker, Princess Ademiluyi, from her loan spell at Charlton Athletic in the Barclays Women’s Championship. The talented forward had impressed during her time with the Addicks, making 13 appearances in all competitions. However, the Women’s Super League side has brought her back, signalling significant plans for her development.

Victor Osimhen, the celebrated Nigerian striker and former CAF Player of the Year, received an outpouring of love and heartfelt birthday wishes from Super Eagles stars as he turned 26 on December 29, 2024. Currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, Osimhen has had a standout season, netting 12 goals in 15 matches across all