Transfer News - Football In Nigeria

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro Joins Pisa on Loan from Inter Milan

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 24, 2025

Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro has officially joined Serie A newcomers Pisa on a season-long loan from Inter Milan. The 20 year old arrives with an option for Pisa to purchase him permanently, while Inter retains a buyback clause. Akinsanmiro, who joined Inter from Remo Stars in January 2023, made a single appearance for the Nerazzurri’s

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Amapakabo Snubs Kano Pillars, Commits to Abia Warriors for 2025–26

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 23, 2025

Imama Amapakabo will remain at the helm of Abia Warriors for the 2025–26 Nigeria Premier Football League season, dismissing interest from Kano Pillars. Although Kano Pillars reportedly approached him, the club’s media director Solomon Igwe described their overture as an attempt to poach the tactician. “He’s with us. He didn’t join Kano Pillars as alleged.

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Super Eagles’ Henry Onyekuru Poised for Gençlerbirliği Move

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 22, 2025

Veteran winger Henry Onyekuru is closing in on a permanent move to Turkish Süper Lig side Gençlerbirliği, having reached an agreement with the newly promoted clu. The 28 year old, a free agent after leaving Al‑Fayha, is expected to undergo medical tests in Turkey imminently and finalise terms with the Ankara-based outfit. Onyekuru is no

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Nigerian Forward John Ebuka Joins Egyptian Club Ittihad Alexandria

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 22, 2025

Nigerian striker John Ebuka has completed a two-year move to Egyptian Premier League side Ittihad Alexandria. The 28 year old forward joins from Masry, where he netted one goal in 12 appearances following a January transfer from Ceramica Cleopatra. Ebuka reunites with head coach Ahmed Sami, under whom he previously played at Ceramica Cleopatra, scoring

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Ikorodu City captain Ojetoye seals loan move to Hapoel Jerusalem

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 21, 2025

Ikorodu City captain Waliu Ojetoye has secured a season‑long loan move to Israeli Premier League side Hapoel Jerusalem, with an option to buy. The 21 year old right‑back, who helped Ikorodu City to a fourth‑place finish in the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League, joins the Teddy Stadium club as a temporary reinforcement, as Hapoel Jerusalem

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Brugge demand hefty fee as Onyedika attracts Europe’s elite

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 21, 2025

A €20 million-plus price tag has been placed on Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika, as Club Brugge prepare for potential summer departures following intense interest from Europe’s top clubs. The 23 year old Nigerian, who moved to Brugge from FC Midtjylland in 2022, has emerged as a standout performer in the Belgian Pro League and UEFA Champions

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Liverpool Secure Wellity Lucky with New Deal Until 2028

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 20, 2025

Liverpool are poised to finalise a long-term deal with 19 year old centre-back Wellity Lucky, ensuring he remains at Anfield until at least June 2028, according to This Is Anfield. Born in Zaragoza to Nigerian heritage, Lucky has been part of the Reds’ Academy since age 13 and turned professional in April 2023. Having represented

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Evolution Cup Golden Boot Winner Adeloye Joins FK Vora in Albania

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 20, 2025

Stars Builders Academy graduate Ayodele Adeloye, who clinched the Golden Boot at the Evolution Cup, has signed for Albanian side FK Vora. The move marks his first major step into European football after impressing in domestic youth competitions. Adeloye joined Stars Builders Academy in 2021 and was instrumental in helping the Ogun State club earn promotion

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Light Eke Joins Riga FC in Landmark Move from Collins Edwin SC

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 20, 2025

Collins Edwin Sports Club have confirmed the permanent transfer of their former winger, Light Eke, to Latvian top‑flight side Riga FC, . The exciting youngster, known for his electrifying pace and flair on the wings, previously represented Nigeria at U17 level and is considered one of the most promising graduates of the club’s academy. The

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Super Falcons‑eligible Keeper Erhabor Joins Portsmouth Permanently

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 20, 2025

Comfort Erhabor, the 20 year old goalkeeper once on loan at Portsmouth, has signed a one year deal with an option for 2026 27 after being released by Brighton & Hove Albion. She returns to Pompey following her loan spell during the latter half of the 2024–25 season, seeking first-team opportunities. Erhabor’s journey has been varied:

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