News - Football In Nigeria

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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Edel FC Confirm Departure of Top Scorer Gukut Merpring to Abia Warriors

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 6, 2025

Edel FC, a Nigeria National League (NNL) side based in Awka, have officially announced the departure of their leading striker Gukut Merpring Chindi, who is set to join Abia Warriors FC ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. The move follows Merpring’s recognition as Edel’s Highest Goal Scorer for April and May, when he netted five goals

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Ex-Golden Eaglets Invitee Malcolm Ebiowei Joins Blackpool from Palace

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 5, 2025

Malcolm Ebiowei, a 2019 Golden Eaglets invitee and rising attacker, has completed a move from Crystal Palace to Blackpool, signing a permanent two year deal with an optional extension. The 21 year old, once highly rated in Nigeria’s youth setup, now joins Steve Bruce’s League One side as Blackpool’s tenth signing of the transfer window.

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From Glory to Relegation: Eight Nigerians Who Fell from Premier League

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 5, 2025

These Nigerians have experienced the harsh reality of Premier League relegation even amid illustrious careers: Relegated twice with Leicester City in 2022/23 and again in 2024/25, despite being a midfield stalwart. Super Eagles legend who suffered relegation with West Bromwich Albion in 2005/06, and again with Portsmouth in 2009/10, after FA Cup glory. Faced the

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Emole James Chases Football Dream from Abia to Lagos with Determination

By Kelechi / News / August 5, 2025

Emole James, a youngster originally from Abia State, has embarked on a determined journey through Nigeria’s footballing grassroots in pursuit of professional football. After launching his journey in Abia, he relocated to Abuja before settling in Lagos, where he now trains with MIDAS Football Academy—a respected grassroots academy known for nurturing rising talents. His path

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