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 Lagos-based club expressed appreciation to Riga FC, intermediary partners C&S_FS, and all stakeholders who made the deal possible. In a statement, Collins Edwin SC said:
“We thank the management of both clubs, including C&S_FS and everyone that worked hard to make this deal come through. We’re confident he will light up the Virslīga. Once a Gladiator, forever a Gladiator. We wish you all the very best for the future. Congratulations!”
Eke has openly declared his ambition to become a Super Eagles regular and to win every major honour available at club and international levels. His move to Riga FC marks a significant step in his career, and Nigerian fans will watch closely as he embarks on his European journey with confidence and determination.
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We celebrate Light Eke’s transfer to Riga FC as a milestone not just for him, but for grassroots development in Nigeria. A product of the Collins Edwin SC academy, Eke’s move underscores the value of nurturing home-grown talent with the ambition to compete globally.
We believe his style raw speed, dribbling ingenuity, and an eye for goal will thrive in the Latvian Virslīga, a league that has become a testing ground for emerging African stars seeking exposure in Europe. Riga FC’s faith in Eke speaks volumes about the quality of Nigeria’s youth pipeline.
This transfer is also a win for Collins Edwin SC, a club with a track record of producing players ready for professional careers abroad. Their collaboration with intermediaries like C&S_FS illustrates how strategic partnerships can shape the future of young players.
We are convinced that if Eke seizes this moment, Riga FC will be the beginning of an illustrious European career, potentially opening the door for Super Eagles selection. For Nigerian football, this is proof that ambition, talent, and good management can propel our players onto the global stage.
Did You Know?
- Riga FC was founded in 2014 following the merger of FC Caramba and Dinamo Rīga.
- The club plays its home games at Skonto Stadium, which has a capacity of 8,087.
- Riga FC have won the Latvian Higher League title three times (2018, 2019, 2020).
- The Latvian Virslīga has served as a European springboard for several Nigerian players, including Abdulrahman Taiwo.
- Collins Edwin SC, based in Lagos, has previously developed players who went on to feature in top European leagues.
