13 goals in 20 games: Racing Genk marksman Arokodare plays down top scorer ambitions
Published: December 26, 2024
Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare has stated that he is not eyeing the Jupiler Pro-League top-scorer's award.Arokodare is leading Racing Genk's quest for the league title for the first time since the 2018/2019 campaign and the fifth one in the club's history.He joined the Belgian giants in January 2023, replacing Paul On...
'Why not buy him?' - Mosconi names one player AC Milan should sign to replace Chukwueze
Published: December 26, 2024
Italian journalist Matteo Mosconi has suggested that AC Milan should consider signing Domenico Berardi as a replacement for Samuel Chukwueze, whose performance at the club has yet to meet expectations.Chukwueze, who joined AC Milan in the summer of 2023 after an impressive season with Villarreal, has struggled to adapt...
'Similar to Osimhen' - Pundit tips Muani to challenge Napoli loanee if Galatasaray sign PSG forward
Published: December 26, 2024
Turkish pundit Serdar Ali Çelikler believes that Randal Kolo Muani would provide fierce competition for Victor Osimhen if Galatasaray lands the signature of the Paris Saint-Germain forward. The French star has been rendered disposable by Paris Saint-Germain, having fallen out with manager Luis Enrique, and he is read...
'I stayed there for 12 years' - Nottingham Forest star Ola Aina opens up on why he left Chelsea
Published: December 26, 2024
Nottingham Forest fullback Ola Aina has suggested that his departure from Chelsea was driven by a desire to elevate his career.The Nigeria international was on the books of Chelsea for twelve years, rising through the youth ranks to make his professional debut in a Carabao Cup clash against Bristol Rovers in August 201...
'Not interested' - Saint-Etienne boss suggests January move for Rangers striker Dessers is unlikely
Published: December 25, 2024
Saint-Étienne new manager Eirik Horneland has hinted that the club are unlikely to sign a new player in next month's transfer window amid reports linking them to Rangers striker Cyriel Dessers.The French Ligue 1 outfit are struggling to keep their top-flight status, and one of the reasons for their plight is the strug...
'A truly extraordinary player' - Atalanta coach reveals African POTY Lookman is among the best in Europe
Published: December 25, 2024
Atalanta's manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, has lavished praise on Ademola Lookman following his recent performance and triumph as the African Player of the Year in Marrakech, Morocco. The Nigerian forward's remarkable form for both club and country earned him the prestigious award, seeing off strong competition from Ac...
Want-away Super Eagles striker offered to La Liga trio Sevilla, Getafe and Valencia
Published: December 25, 2024
Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq has reportedly informed Real Sociedad that he intends to move on in the January  transfer window.According to AS, his agent has offered him to Sevilla, Getafe, and Valencia in a bid to make Sadiq leave La Real as he has struggled to get game time this season.Sevilla showed interest in t...
'We need to give everything' - CHAN Eagles coach Ogunmodede ahead of showdown against Ghana
Published: December 25, 2024
Stand-in coach Daniel Ogunmodede has issued a stern warning to the Super Eagles B team players, urging them to avoid complacency ahead of their crucial second-leg encounter against Ghana in Uyo. The first leg of the CHAN qualifier, held at the Accra Stadium on Sunday, ended in a goalless draw, leaving the tie wide ope...
'Doesn't understand football' - Ex-Napoli coach calls out club president over Osimhen contract saga
Published: December 25, 2024
Former Napoli coach Rudi Garcia has blamed the club's President Aurelio de Laurentiis over the way Victor Osimhen's contractual situation was handled.Osimhen is an icon of the Italian side, after guiding them to their first-ever Scudetto in 33 years, scoring 26 goals, and was also the recipient of the top scorer awardT...
No repeat of Onuachu exit: Racing Genk make transfer decision on in-demand striker Arokodare
Published: December 25, 2024
Racing Genk have made a transfer decision on in-demand Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare ahead of the reopening of the transfer window next week. According to voetbalnieuws, Genk want to avoid repeating the same mistake they did with Paul Onuachu, who they sold in the 2023 January transfer window, by keeping Arokodare f...
'It's going to be war' - Iwobi issues battle cry ahead of Fulham's trip to Chelsea
Published: December 25, 2024
Alex Iwobi has sent a bold message to Chelsea ahead of Fulham's highly anticipated Boxing Day clash with their West London rivals.The Super Eagles midfielder, who has been a key figure in Fulham's impressive form this December, described the upcoming derby as a battle and warned the Blues to expect a fierce encounter.S...
'The reason he's playing at Chelsea' - Fulham coach labels Tosin 'a quality player' ahead of London derby
Published: December 24, 2024
Fulham manager Marco Silva will be up against Tosin Adarabioyo on Boxing Day when his side take on Chelsea in the Premier League.  Silva obviously knows the Nigerian central defender who was on the books of Fulham for four years before leaving for pastures new in the summer transfer window.Tosin opted for a Chelsea mo...
Besiktas presidential hopeful interested in move for Southampton striker Onuachu
Published: December 24, 2024
As reported by 61saat, Beşiktaş Presidential candidate Serdal Adalı is eyeing a move for Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu.Adalı has reportedly contacted Southampton officials over a possible deal and he is ready to get the deal over the line in the event he becomes Beşiktaş’ President.Beşiktaş sit sixth on t...
Arsenal U21 captain of Nigerian descent wanted by FC Zurich as contract talks stall
Published: December 24, 2024
Swiss Super League side FC Zurich have expressed interest in signing Arsenal U21 captain of Nigerian descent, Nathan Butler-Oyedeji ahead of the January transfer window, according to Football Insider. The 21-year-old has been in scintillating form for Arsenal in the Premier League 2, despite the team's struggles in th...
Osimhen's friend sets the record straight on rumours linking Napoli-owned striker to Man Utd
Published: December 24, 2024
Buchi Laba, a close friend of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, has publicly debunked the growing rumours linking the forward to a January move to Manchester United.Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been in red-hot form since joining the Turkish giants in the summer.With 12 goals and five assist...