Transfer News

After being club-less since winter, the Nigerian winger Samuel Adegbenro has committed to Norwegian second-division side Egersunds IK until the close of the season. The 29 year old, previously released by Beijing Guoan, now returns to Scandinavia, bringing both his experience and attacking flair to the yellow and black outfit. Egersunds IK’s sporting director, Kenneth

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

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

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

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

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.