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Leeds Plot January Move for Porto Left-Back Zaidu Sanusi

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 31, 2026

Football Insider says Daniel Farke’s side want extra cover at left back and could land the 29 year old at a reduced price before his contract runs out. Leeds United are reportedly preparing a move for Super Eagles left-back Zaidu Sanusi when the January transfer window opens. The 29 year old plays for FC Porto,

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Marseille Open to Nnadi Exit in January Transfer Window

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 28, 2026

The Super Eagles midfielder has struggled for game time at the Ligue 1 club, who are also under financial scrutiny from the DNCG. Marseille are reportedly open to selling or loaning Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi when the January transfer window opens. The Ligue 1 club are willing to part ways with the midfielder as

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Rolfes Not Worried By Boniface January Exit Reports

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 25, 2026

Bayer Leverkusen managing director Simon Rolfes says he is not worried after reports that Victor Boniface wants to leave the club in January. Rolfes insists the Nigerian striker will get his chance if he stays fit and keeps improving. Bayer Leverkusen managing director Simon Rolfes has played down reports that Victor Boniface wants to leave

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Arokodare Open To Permanent Ajax Move After Loan Spell

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 24, 2026

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare says he loves life at Ajax and is open to making his loan from Wolves permanent. He has eight goals and three assists in 13 games for the Dutch club this season. Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has said he is open to making his loan move to Ajax permanent

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Chelle Invites 31 Home-Based Players For DR Congo Tie

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 22, 2026

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has invited 31 home-based players to the Olympic Eagles camp for the 2027 U-23 AFCON qualifier against DR Congo. The two legged tie begins in Lubumbashi on November 13. Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has invited 31 home based players to the Olympic Eagles camp ahead of Nigeria’s

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Ogunnaike Trains With Arsenal First Team Before Bayern Tie

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 21, 2026

Nigeria-eligible left back Josh Ogunnaike has trained with Arsenal’s first team ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League game at Bayern Munich. The 18 year old is still waiting for his senior debut. Nigeria-eligible left-back Josh Ogunnaike joined Arsenal’s first-team training session on Tuesday, October 20, as Mikel Arteta’s side prepared for Wednesday’s Champions League Matchday 3

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Adedini Signs First Professional Contract With Chelsea

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 20, 2026

Rachael Adedini, a French-born forward of Nigerian descent, has signed her first professional contract with Chelsea. The 17 year old won the Golden Boot at the 2026 Women’s Under-17 European Championship, according to Chelsea. Chelsea Women have signed French-born Nigerian forward Rachael Adedini on her first professional contract. The club announced the 17 year old’s

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Super Falcons Drop Seven Places To 43rd In FIFA Rankings

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 20, 2026

Nigeria’s Super Falcons dropped from 36th to 43rd in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking, the biggest points loss of any nation in the October update. They remain the highest ranked women’s team in Africa. Nigeria’s Super Falcons have dropped seven places in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking, falling from 36th to 43rd. The

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Ndon Leaves Plateau United for Libya’s Olympic Azzawiya

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 15, 2026

The 22 year old defender leaves the Peace Boys for Libya after a year in Jos and three seasons at Akwa United. Plateau United have confirmed the departure of defender Wisdom Ndon, who has joined Libyan Premier League club Olympic Azzawiya. As reported by FootballInNigeria.com.ng, the move is the first time the defender will play

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Inter Weigh Up €20m Move for Udinese’s Okoye

By Kelechi / Transfer News / October 15, 2026

Italian media say the reigning Serie A champions are considering a January move, though no formal offer has been made. Inter Milan are reportedly considering a €20 million move for Udinese and Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye ahead of the January transfer window. As reported by FootballInNigeria.com.ng, Italian media say the reigning Serie A champions

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