News - Football In Nigeria

Trabzonspor Pay €5 Million for Olaigbe After Falling Out – Reports

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 7, 2025

Trabzonspor have confirmed the signing of 22 year old Belgian‑Nigerian winger Kazeem Olaigbe from Ligue 1 side Rennes. The Black Sea club are set to pay around €5 million, reflecting the investment needed after a reported falling‑out between the player and the Rennes coach. The deal includes a 4+1‑year contract, and Olaigbe has already flown into Trabzon […]

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Westerlo Eyes Third Nigerian Signing After Ejike Arrival

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 7, 2025

Belgian Pro League side K.V.C. Westerlo continue their pursuit of Nigerian talents after acquiring Philip Ejike on loan from Bulgaria’s PFK Montana. The club is now preparing to explore a third Nigerian recruit, further intensifying their presence in the Nigerian football market. Westerlo have already signed Ejike who recorded 11 goals and two assists in

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Real Salt Lake Seal Deal for Nigerian Forward Victor Olatunji

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 7, 2025

Major League Soccer side Real Salt Lake (RSL) have completed the signing of Victor Olatunji from Sparta Prague for a reported $2.5 million. The 25 year old Nigerian forward has penned a contract running until June 2028, with club-held options extending through the end of 2029. RSL secured his discovery rights from D.C. United in exchange

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Pumas Press Forward in Bid to Sign High‑Earning Nigerian Striker

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 7, 2025

Mexico’s Pumas UNAM are actively pursuing Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho, currently with Sevilla, but face stiff competition from clubs in Europe, notably Besiktas, as well as from the player’s home club. Despite interest from Liga MX, no formal contact has yet been made, and negotiations remain fluid. Sevilla’s coach has signalled that Iheanacho is free to

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Southampton Midfielder Joe Aribo Unenthusiastic About Joining Besiktas

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 7, 2025

Former Rangers midfielder Joe Aribo appears unlikely to follow compatriots Wilfred Ndidi, Kevin Uduokhai, and Paul Onuachu to Besiktas this summer. Despite reported interest from the Turkish giants, the 28 year old playmaker is reportedly open to a move just not to Besiktas. Sources confirm that Aribo has expressed his desire to depart Southampton following

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Lawal: La Liga Would Be the Right Move for Sanusi

By Kelechi / Interviews / August 7, 2025

Former Nigerian international Garba Lawal has urged Super Eagles left-back Zaidu Sanusi to seize any opportunity to play in Spain’s La Liga without hesitation. Lawal, known for his own successful international career and deep understanding of European football, believes Sanusi’s playing style would be better suited to Spanish football. He stated that La Liga’s technical

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Lookman Called ‘Ungrateful’ by Ex-Napoli Director Marino Amid Transfer Dispute

By Kelechi / Interviews / August 6, 2025

Former Napoli sporting director Pierpaolo Marino has branded Super Eagles forward Akemola Lookman as “ungrateful” following the player’s departure from Atalanta’s training amidst a transfer stand-off. Marino criticised Lookman’s decision to go on strike, accusing him of contradicting the club that nurtured his rise. He affirmed that Atalanta agreed to a sale abroad and rejected

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Super Eagles B Playing Individual Football to Impress Scouts — Udeze

By Kelechi / Interviews / August 6, 2025

Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has warned that the Super Eagles B team pursuing CHAN 2024 may be showcasing more individual flair than collective discipline. Speaking on sports radio, he cited concerns that chasing attention from foreign scouts could be undermining team cohesion and tactical unity. Udeze, speaking as a pundit and team observer, lamented

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Leicester Reject Valencia Bid for Ndidi Amid Besiktas Deal

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 6, 2025

Leicester City have reportedly declined a late takeover attempt by Spanish side Valencia for defensive midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, even as they neared a confirmed deal with Besiktas. The Turkish club agreed a €9.5 million fee meeting Ndidi’s relegation release clause while Valencia’s bid arrived too late and was swiftly dismissed. Despite interest from Premier League

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Iwobi Hails Nwaneri & Lewis-Skelly, Credits Arsenal Youth Academy

By Kelechi / Interviews / August 6, 2025

Former Arsenal midfielder Alex Iwobi has expressed heartfelt appreciation for the club’s youth system, singling out Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis‑Skelly as shining examples of Hale End graduates. Iwobi acknowledged how Arsenal’s academy shaped his early career and noted that the emergence of these homegrown talents reflects the club’s enduring commitment to youth development. He

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