Transfer News - Football In Nigeria

Ameobi Scouts Onugkha in Denmark as Striker Eyes Eagles Future

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 7, 2025

Former Super Eagles striker Shola Ameobi was spotted at the Vejle Stadion on Sunday, representing Newcastle United on scouting duties during a Danish Superliga clash between Vejle Boldklub and Aalborg BK. Ameobi, currently the Premier League club’s Loan Coordinator, was in Denmark to monitor Norwegian midfielder Travis Hernes, who is on loan at Aalborg from […]

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West Ham Hand Pro Deals to Promising Nigerian Teens Oyebade and Awesu

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 6, 2025

Two young players of Nigerian heritage Rayan Oyebade and Lanre Awesu have signed their first professional contracts with Premier League club West Ham United, marking a significant step in their footballing careers. Defender Rayan Oyebade has been part of the Hammers’ setup since the U14 level after impressing during a trial, having previously played at

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Man United Intensify Move for Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 6, 2025

Manchester United have stepped up their pursuit of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman ahead of the summer transfer window. The Atalanta star has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, but it appears United are leading the race to secure his signature. Lookman, 27, is reportedly keen on a return to England, where he was born

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Napoli Director Heads to London for Osimhen Premier League Talks

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 5, 2025

Napoli’s sporting director, Giovanni Manna, has reportedly travelled to London to engage in discussions with Premier League clubs Chelsea and Manchester United over the potential summer transfer of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. The visit was aimed at assessing the interest level and negotiation stance of both English clubs. Napoli have placed a €75 million release

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Igoh Ogbu Becomes Most Valuable Nigerian Right-Footed Centre-Back

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 2, 2025

Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has reached a new career milestone after Transfermarkt updated his market value to €10 million, making him the most expensive Nigerian right-footed central defender. This comes just over two weeks after Slavia Prague head coach Jindřich Trpišovský publicly stated that the defender was undervalued. Ogbu, who received his first senior

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Imoh Ezekiel’s Unexpected Career Path: From Super Eagles to Nepal

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 1, 2025

Once a rising star at Belgian giants Standard Liège and a Super Eagles call-up, Imoh Ezekiel’s career has taken a curious and unconventional route. After establishing himself in Belgium, he made a big-money move to Qatari club Al-Arabi, which included loan stints back at Standard Liège and Anderlecht. However, his form steadily declined following his

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Zaidu Sanusi Shuts Down Leeds United Transfer Rumours

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 1, 2025

Super Eagles left back Zaidu Sanusi has categorically denied reports linking him with a summer move to English Championship side Leeds United, calling the claims “a lie.” The FC Porto defender, who is currently working to regain full fitness following an ACL injury, dismissed rumours that he had received or was negotiating a four-year contract

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Silas Nwankwo Poised for Exit as Finnish Giants KuPS Make a Move

By Kelechi / Transfer News / March 30, 2025

Former NPFL top scorer Silas Nwankwo is set to leave Swedish side Mjällby AIF, with Finnish champions KuPS reportedly keen on securing the Nigerian striker’s services before the April 1 transfer deadline. The 21 year old forward, who made headlines with a prolific stint at Nasarawa United before moving to Sweden in February 2022, is

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Nwabali Likely to Leave Chippa United This Summer Amid Transfer Interest

By Kelechi / Transfer News / March 28, 2025

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is set to leave South African side Chippa United at the end of the season, as the club looks to revamp its squad ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. Chippa United are open to parting ways with their shot-stopper, and are already preparing for his departure by lining up two potential

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Nottingham Forest Join Man United in Race for Lookman’s Signature

By Kelechi / Transfer News / March 28, 2025

Nottingham Forest has emerged as a surprise contender in the race to sign Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, currently starring for Italian Serie A side Atalanta. Traditionally seen as relegation battlers, Forest is enjoying a remarkable Premier League campaign and now has UEFA Champions League qualification in their sights. The East Midlands club are looking to

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