Emery's Go-To Player Off The Bench: Arsenal Label Iwobi As Game-Changer After Starring Vs Cardiff
Published: January 30, 2019
Alex Iwobi has been hailed by Arsenal's website for his stirring display in the wake of their 2-1 victory against Cardiff City yesterday.Manager Unai Emery started the 22-year-old amongst the substitutes for the eight time from his 21 league appearances and the Gunners were rewarded with his display when he was brought...
Photo Confirmation : Kuwaiti Premier League Club Al-Nasr SC Sign Super Eagles Striker
Published: January 30, 2019
Allnigeriasoccer.com has been informed that Nigeria international Tunde Adeniji has put an end to speculation about his future by signing a contract with Kuwaiti Premier League club Al-Nasr SC. The 23-year-old center forward has joined Al-Nasr on a free transfer and inked a 17-month deal that will keep him at the cl...
Official : Ex-Liverpool Defender To Cost N18.3B If Release Clause Is Activated
Published: January 30, 2019
Both Championship club Reading and Sporting Clube de Portugal have confirmed that Nigeria-eligible defender Tiago Ilori has completed a move to the Portuguese Primeira Liga outfit. The transfer fee paid has not been disclosed but the former Portugal U23 star has put pen to paper on a contract that is valid until Jun...
Kelechi Says He Wants To Develop Self Ahead Of Making Money
Published: January 30, 2019
Former Plateau United utility player Kelechi John has said his immediate priority is to develop into a better footballer and not what he can make out of the game at the moment in terms of money. Kelechi who spoke to allnigeriasoccer.com from his base in Portugal said he is tired of everyone asking him when he is goi...
What Does The Future Hold For Alex Iwobi?
Published: January 30, 2019
Alex Iwobi has enjoyed some renaissance under Unai Emery this season.From shuttling around the first team, the Nigerian has built a magnificent shelter at the Emirates.Even Aaron Ramsey and Mesut Ozil are mere tenants. Still, there rumours of discontent.No Arsenal player has benefited from Arsene Wenger's departure and...
EPL Wrap: Iwobi Lively; Balogun & Billing Fail Fitness Test; Lookman Benched; Saka Not In 18
Published: January 29, 2019
A round-up of Nigerian players that were in action for their respective clubs in the English Premier League on Tuesday, January 29th.Nigerian players with dual nationalities and have played competitively for the senior national teams of other countries have been omitted.So we start off at the Emirates Stadium where Ars...
Done Deal : Norwich City Sign Young Central Defender With Nigerian Roots
Published: January 29, 2019
Norwich City on Tuesday evening completed the signing of teenage sensation with Nigerian blood Akin Famewo from League One leaders Luton Town on an 18-month deal, with the option of a further year.Central defender Famewo, 20, has made 12 league appearances for Grimsby on loan this season, before a switch back to Kenilw...
Ahmed Musa's Deceased Mother To Be Buried In Edo State
Published: January 29, 2019
The mother to Super Eagles assistant captain Ahmed Musa, Mrs Sarah Musa who died after a brief illness in an Abuja hospital last week is expected to be buried in Edo State.A source close to the footballer told allnigeriasoccer.com in Jos, Plateau State, earlier today.Mrs Sarah Musa who was a citizen of Edo was a pillar...
Official : Queens Park Rangers Announce Nigerian Striker Has Signed Two Deals In One Day
Published: January 29, 2019
Through a statement on their official website, EFL Championship side Queens Park Rangers have informed that Nigerian center forward Odysseus Alfa has penned a loan deal with Spanish Segunda División B CD Atletico Baleares. Additionally, the 1999-born player penned a new one-year deal with the London club before hea...
LMC Frees Ayodeji From The Captivity Of Sunshine Stars, Declared Free Agent
Published: January 29, 2019
Akinroyeje Olumide Ayodeji has been cleared by the League Management Company to join any football club of his choice after a confirmation that his contract with Sunshine Stars has expired. This follows his earlier written request made to the LMC seeking to establish that his contract with the Akure-based outfit has ...
Overdue Payables : LMC Set To Sanction Rangers For Breach Of Contract; Sunshine Stars, Kwara United, FC Ifeanyi Ubah Too
Published: January 29, 2019
It was clearly highlighted in the 2017/2018 Nigeria Professional Football League frame work that the LMC frowns at clubs breaching contracts with players, by refusing to pay for the services rendered, this ill wind has over the years blown the League no good.Article 9.45, subsection 1 says "Clubs are required to comply...
Done Deal : Bristol Rovers Loan In Reading FC's Gabriel Osho
Published: January 29, 2019
Championship club, Reading have announced on their club website that talented Nigerian defender, Gabriel Osho has joined League One side, Bristol Rovers on a loan deal. The 20-year-old central defender will team up Graham Coughlan's team for the remainder of the season as he continues to accrue some valuable first-t...
Chelsea Loanee Victor Moses Hints At Fenerbahce Stay As He Feels He's Part Of Club's Plans
Published: January 29, 2019
Although it is still early days, Victor Moses has hinted that he would like to remain at Fenerbahce as he feels he is part of the club's plans for the future and received a warm welcome from the fans when he made his debut on Monday. The agreement between Chelsea and the Yellow Canaries is expected to keep Moses in ...
Official : Nigeria International Striker Switches To BB Erzurumspor, Subject To Medical
Published: January 29, 2019
Turkish Super Lig club Buyukşehir Belediye Erzurumspor have officially announced the signing of out of favour Nigeria national-teamer Emem Eduok., subject to a medical. Eduok will arrive in Erzurum on Tuesday to undergo a medical and is expected to put pen to paper on a two-and-a-half year contract if the examinat...
Official : 2017 MLS Defender Of The Year Eligible For Eagles Joins Minnesota United
Published: January 29, 2019
2017 Major League Soccer Defender Of The Year, Ike Opara has been acquired by Minnesota United via trade with Sporting Kansas City, informs the official website of The Loons. MNUFC traded away $900,000 in Targeted Allocation Money and up to $100,000 in future TAM considerations. Opara pocketed $342,000 as salary...