Leganes pushing to sign Dessers on loan but Rangers demands pose a major hurdle
Published: January 22, 2025
CD Leganes' pursuit of Glasgow Rangers striker Cyrel Dessers has hit a snag due to the Scottish club's high valuation of the player, according to Spanish sports daily AS.  The Spanish club, who have been tracking Dessers for some time, are eager to bring the Nigerian international to the Estadio Municipal Butarque, bu...
'An all-rounder' - Italian coach advises Lazio coach to pair Dele-Bashiru with ex-Arsenal star in midfield
Published: January 22, 2025
Italian manager Roberto Rambaudi has urged Lazio's head coach Marco Baroni to consider deploying Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in a midfield partnership with former Arsenal star Matteo Guendouzi in Thursday's UEFA Europa League clash against Real Sociedad at the Stadio Olimpico.Dele-Bashiru, who made the move to Lazio in the sum...
Former Real Madrid star urges Napoli to sign Lookman instead of Man Utd forward Alejandro Garnacho
Published: January 22, 2025
Former Real Madrid star Antonio Cassano has suggested that Napoli should target a move for Ademola Lookman rather than Manchester United young star Alejandro Garnacho.The Serie A outfit are in the market for a forward in the January transfer window as a replacement for Georgian dazzler Khvicha Kvaratskhelia who has com...
Three attack-minded Nigerian players take part in Arsenal's final training session pre-Dinamo Zagreb
Published: January 22, 2025
Talented forward Andre Harriman-Annous was one of three young players of Nigerian descent who trained with the first team on the eve of Arsenal's matchday seven league phase fixture against Dinamo Zagreb in the UEFA Champions League, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Manager Mikel Arteta monitored U18 striker Harriman-Ann...
What Osimhen said after scoring 15th goal of the season in Galatasaray's draw against Dynamo Kyiv
Published: January 22, 2025
Victor Osimhen reflected on Galatasaray’s thrilling 3-3 Europa League draw against Dynamo Kyiv with a mix of disappointment and resolve. The Nigerian forward, who played a pivotal role by scoring his team’s third goal, shared his thoughts in a post-match interview."We are disappointed. We thought we deserved more,...
Done deal: Nigeria international forward Nkor joins Deportivo de La Coruna
Published: January 22, 2025
Through a statement on the official website, Spanish Primera División Femenina side Deportivo La Coruña, also known as Dépor ABANCA, have announced the signing of Nigerian international Blessing Nkor. The 21-year-old forward joins the Spanish club on a deal that will keep her at Estadio Abanca-Riazor until the end ...
UCL: Super-sub Lookman scores and assists as Atalanta hit five past Sturm Graz
Published: January 21, 2025
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman was in scintillating form as Atalanta cruised to a 5-0 victory over Sturm Graz in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday evening.Lookman, who has faced a challenging start to the year, began the match on the bench despite finding the back of the net against Napoli over the weekend.The...
Arsenal midfielder Nwaneri in contention to make injury return against Dinamo Zagreb
Published: January 21, 2025
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided a welcome update on the fitness of teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri, as the midfielder looks to be in contention to make his return from injury in the Gunners' upcoming UEFA Champions League clash against Dinamo Zagreb.Nwaneri, who has been sidelined since early this month with ...
Osimhen keeps shining: Galatasaray striker reaches 21 goal contributions in thriller v Dynamo Kyiv
Published: January 21, 2025
Victor Osimhen continued to showcase his prowess in front of goal during Galatasaray's thrilling 3-3 Europa League draw against Dynamo Kyiv.  The Nigerian forward played a crucial role, scoring a crucial penalty and delivering a tireless performance that kept the Turkish giants competitive throughout the encounter.Osi...
Victor Osimhen's nephew starts training with Galatasaray ahead of possible transfer
Published: January 21, 2025
Victor Osimhen's nephew has reportedly started training with Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray ahead of a possible transfer. According to habersarikirmizi.com, Osimhen's nephew has landed in Istanbul to begin trials with Galatasaray.The name of the Nigerian footballer everyone is eager to know remains undisclose...
Josh Maja's injury: West Brom working on deal to sign Premier League striker
Published: January 21, 2025
Championship outfit West Brom are reportedly working on a deal to sign Ipswich Town centre-forward Ali Al-Hamadi before the close of the January transfer window following the injury suffered by Josh Maja.Maja has been firing on all cylinders this season, netting 12 goals in the Championship, second only to Norwich City...
'Has not performed' - Sevilla boss confirms Man City academy graduate Iheanacho wants to leave
Published: January 21, 2025
Sevilla head coach García Pimienta has confirmed that Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho wants to leave the club during the January transfer window.Iheanacho, who joined Sevilla last summer, has struggled to adapt to life in La Liga, sparking speculation about a potential return to England.The Manchester City academy ...
Brentford closing in on signing Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur-linked defender Kayode
Published: January 21, 2025
English Premier League club Brentford are edging closer to completing a deal for Italian-born Nigerian defender Michael Kayode, who currently plays for Fiorentina in the Italian Serie A. According to Italian journalist and transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano, the Bees are now closing in on a deal to bring the 20-ye...
'A goal is a goal' - Chelsea central defender Tosin reacts after scoring his third goal in four games
Published: January 21, 2025
Chelsea have moved back into the Premier League top four after a 3-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge on Monday night, with London-born Nigerian central defender Tosin Adarabioyo among the scorers for the Blues. Tosin is enjoying a rich vein of form in front of goal, with his strike against Wolves t...
Banned in Portugal: Why Super Eagles left-back will miss Boavista's clash with Sporting Braga
Published: January 21, 2025
Boavista's struggles in the Portuguese Primeira Liga have been compounded by the news that Super Eagles left-back Bruno Onyemaechi will miss their next league game against Sporting Braga on Sunday, January 26.The 26-year-old picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in Monday night's 3-2 home defeat to Casa Pia, tr...