A winter trial that impressed the coaching staff has turned into a long-term contract for young midfielder Tochukwu Owoh, who now heads to Norway’s top flight.
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Nigerian midfielder Tochukwu Owoh has completed a move to Norwegian top-flight side KFUM-Kameratene Oslo, signing from P Sports Football Academy in Abuja on a contract running until 2030, Sports247 Nigeria reports.
Owoh caught the attention of KFUM Oslo during a winter trial, where his performances were enough to convince the club’s technical team to secure his services on a long term basis.
A Route Into Norway’s Top Flight
The move gives the young Nigerian a route into the Eliteserien, Norway’s top division, where he will test himself against some of the country’s best players. For a player coming through the Nigerian academy system, the opportunity represents a significant breakthrough into professional European football.
“I’m Ready For The Challenge”
Speaking after completing the move, Owoh said it was a big step for him and that he was ready for the challenge, adding that while there was a lot to learn, he was prepared to work hard, listen to his coaches and give everything whenever given the opportunity. He said he wanted to grow at the club and make everyone who had supported him proud.
Part Of A Growing Pipeline
Owoh’s transfer, brokered by Players Management Group, highlights the growing pathway between Nigerian grassroots academies and European professional clubs. His long term contract underlines KFUM Oslo’s belief in his potential, giving him the stability to develop his game over the coming years as he settles into life in Oslo.
