Competition for Felix Agu: Leeds United loan out versatile Nigeria-eligible fullback
Published: August 28, 2025
German Bundesliga club Werder Bremen have confirmed the signing of Nigeria-eligible fullback Isaac Schmidt on a season-long loan from Leeds United, with an option to make the move permanent.Schmidt arrives in Bremen to strengthen the defensive ranks following the serious injury suffered by Mitchell Weiser.A versatile d...
'Too risky' – Genk coach explains why Wolves target Arokodare missed UEL playoff clash
Published: August 28, 2025
Racing Genk manager Thorsten Fink has confirmed that Tolu Arokodare was omitted from the squad for Thursday's Europa League playoff second leg clash against Lech Poznań due to ongoing transfer negotiations with Wolverhampton Wanderers.Speaking after his side's 2-1 defeat at Cegeka Arena, Fink revealed that the Nigeria...
Battle of 5 Nigerians: Butler-Oyedeji strikes as Lausanne-Sport stun Ndidi's Besiktas
Published: August 28, 2025
It took Arsenal academy graduate Nathan Butler-Oyedeji ten games to open his goalscoring account for Swiss Super League side FC Lausanne-Sport, but the wait proved worthwhile.The 22-year-old forward, who left Arsenal in the summer after fourteen years, delivered the biggest moment of his career on Thursday, netting the...
'Nothing close' – Barnsley coach expects Nwakali to leave before deadline but deal not imminent
Published: August 28, 2025
Barnsley manager Conor Hourihane has confirmed that Kelechi Nwakali is still expected to leave Oakwell before the summer transfer window closes though a deal is not imminent.Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of the Reds' League One clash with Huddersfield Town, Hourihane stressed that negotiations remain...
Nottingham Forest in talks with Super Eagles forward over mutual contract termination
Published: August 28, 2025
Nottingham Forest are in talks with Emmanuel Dennis over the mutual termination of his contract, with the Nigerian international no longer part of Nuno Espírito Santo’s plans. The discussions, revealed by Sky Sports News reporter Dharmesh Sheth, come as Forest continue efforts to streamline their squad before the c...
Two French clubs in talks with Newcastle United over loan move for Nigerian winger
Published: August 28, 2025
England U18 international of Nigerian descent Trevan Sanusi could be loaned out by Newcastle United before the summer transfer window closes.According to Sky Sports, Ligue 1 clubs Auxerre and Le Havre are in talks with the Magpies over a temporary deal for the highly rated winger as they look to secure his services for...
'Feeling better' – Werder Bremen coach provides fitness update on Super Eagles defender Agu
Published: August 28, 2025
Werder Bremen manager Horst Steffen has delivered a positive update on the fitness of Felix Agu ahead of Saturday's Bundesliga clash with Bayer Leverkusen.Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Steffen confirmed that Agu, who has been included in Nigeria's expanded squad for next month's World Cup qualifiers again...
Transfer guru confirms Super Eagles striker a 'serious target' for Wolverhampton Wanderers
Published: August 28, 2025
Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly opened talks to sign Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare, with negotiations progressing on both the player’s side and with his club.Transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that last season’s Belgian Pro League top scorer has emerged as a ‘serious target’ for W...
Is Fulham the right destination for Chukwueze? Three reasons AC Milan winger should say yes
Published: August 28, 2025
Samuel Chukwueze is on the verge of leaving AC Milan, with Fulham working on a deal to sign the Nigerian winger in a deal worth around €25 million. While his spell at San Siro has not gone as planned, a switch to West London could offer him the opportunity to reignite his career. Here are three key reasons why Fulh...
Germany take biggest step yet to beat Nigeria to Eintracht Frankfurt defender
Published: August 28, 2025
The German Football Association have made their most significant move so far to beat the Nigeria Football Federation to the services of talented Eintracht Frankfurt defender Nnamdi Collins, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Collins has received his first call-up to Germany's senior national team for September's 2026 World...
'He wants to leave, he wants to stay' – Agent makes confusing statement on Wolves target Uche
Published: August 28, 2025
The agent of Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche has cast fresh doubt on his client's proposed transfer to Wolverhampton Wanderers by making contradictory comments regarding the player's future.Wolves are understood to have reached an agreement with Getafe worth €20 million for the 22-year-old Nigerian, who join...
Competition for Ola Aina: Four fullbacks on Nottingham Forest's radar before deadline day
Published: August 28, 2025
Ola Aina could face fresh competition for his place at Nottingham Forest, with the club actively exploring the market for a new right-back before the transfer window closes.Forest have approached RB Leipzig over the availability of Lutsharel Geertruida, who is one of four fullbacks currently on the club's radar, accord...
Son of ex-Super Eagles centre-back makes senior debut for Club Brugge in win v Rangers
Published: August 28, 2025
Kaye Furo, son of former Super Eagles centre-back Furo Iyenemi, marked his senior debut for Club Brugge on Wednesday night as the Belgian giants thrashed Rangers 6-0 in their UEFA Champions League playoff second leg clash at the Jan Breydel Stadium.The 18-year-old forward was introduced in the 68th minute, replacing Ni...
Is cap-tying appearance in doubt? Nigeria LB Agu still struggling with injury ahead of WCQs
Published: August 27, 2025
Nigeria left-back Felix Agu is facing injury concerns ahead of the Super Eagles internationals in September 2025.The former Germany U21 international has been named in Nigeria's provisional 31-man squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda's Wasps and South Africa's Bafana Bafana.Because of this injury, the...
Confirmed: Gift Orban joins Verona on loan, his sixth club across six countries
Published: August 27, 2025
With a statement on the official website, Italian Serie A club Hellas Verona have announced the signing of 2023 Super Eagles invitee Gift Orban.Orban has joined Hellas Verona on loan from TSG Hoffenheim, with an option to buy in the agreementHis transfer makes Verona the sixth different club he has represented and each...