Youth Development

Manchester City have secured a promising talent of Nigerian heritage Oketunde Elijah by signing him to a pre‑contract. Elijah, who progressed through youth development programmes at both Manchester United and City, has committed to the Premier League champions for the next phase of his career. He was reportedly evaluated over months by City’s technical staff, who were

Young Nigerian-heritage talent Al-Ameen Adegoke has committed his future to Manchester City, signing a pre-contract with the Premier League giants. Adegoke, who has impressed in his development years, trained with both Manchester United and Manchester City. But it was City who won him over, thanks to their evaluation of his technique, maturity, and tactical sense.

Nigeria’s emerging U15 talent, Raheem Moyinoluwa Salaudeen, made an immediate impression upon arriving in London for his first training session with his new club. The 15 year old midfielder, already noted for his technical ability and vision on the ball, was described by club staff as “impressive from the off”, demonstrating maturity and composure beyond

Nigerian striker Umar Mohammed has earned promotion to the first-team squad of Chinese club Jiangjun FC following a successful trial and continued impressiveness in training. The former AA Magaji academy talent from Kano State signed with Jiangjun earlier this year. Having joined the club in April 2025, Umar’s commitment, flexibility and goal-instinct helped him stand out among

Football stakeholders and enthusiasts across Nigeria have heaped praise on the organisers of the Moyero Football Scouting Tournament currently underway at the Dipo Dina International Stadium in Ijebu-Ode describing it as a laudable initiative that bridges the gap between grassroots football and professional opportunities. The tournament, which kicked off on Friday, 17 October 2025, has