'Glimpses of a good player' - Blackburn Rovers boss highlights Dennis' potential after debut
Published: February 10, 2025
Blackburn Rovers coach John Eustace was encouraged by the performance of Emmanuel Dennis during his side's 2-0 loss to Premier League opponents Wolverhampton Wanderers in an Emirates FA Cup fourth round clash on Sunday afternoon.The forward made his competitive first team debut, having had only a few training sessions ...
Lille striker Akpom joins Super Eagles stars Osimhen, Moffi, Simon in scoring on Ligue 1 debut
Published: February 09, 2025
Nigerian striker Chuba Akpom made a memorable Ligue 1 debut for Lille, scoring a late goal in their 2-1 loss to Le Havre. And in doing so, the Hale End Academy graduate followed in the footsteps of Super Eagles forwards Victor Osimhen, Moses Simon and Terem Moffi, who scored on their Ligue 1 debuts for Lille, Nantes a...
'That's why the 10 teams came up' - Former Chelsea striker expects Rangers to cash in on Dessers
Published: February 08, 2025
Former Chelsea striker Billy Dodds expects Scottish giants Rangers to cash in on Cyriel Dessers at the end of the season. The Nigerian forward had been linked with a move away from Ibrox in the January transfer window, but ultimately remained with the club.Dessers' agent had revealed that 10 teams had expressed intere...
Kelechi Iheanacho's jersey number revealed ahead of Middlesbrough debut
Published: February 08, 2025
Championship club Middlesbrough have revealed Kelechi Iheanacho's squad number ahead of a possible debut next week.Middlesbrough completed the signing of the Nigeria international on transfer deadline day in the winter window, but the deal was not completed in time for him to be part of the squad for the Championship c...
'There's a lot of interest' - Rangers striker Dessers confirms receiving multiple offers in winter market
Published: February 07, 2025
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers has confirmed receiving multiple transfer offers from European clubs during the January transfer window.  The 30-year-old was heavily linked with a move away from Ibrox, with clubs from Italy and Spain reportedly interested in securing his services.However, despite the speculation, ...
'On and off the field' - Arsenal-trained midfielder names Okocha as his greatest footballer of all time
Published: February 07, 2025
Arsenal-trained midfielder Alex Iwobi has expressed deep admiration for Nigerian football legend Jay-Jay Okocha, naming him as his greatest footballer of all time. In a heartfelt conversation on the podcast Is This SEAT Taken? with Chinasa Anukam, Iwobi fondly referred to Okocha as his "uncle" and a source of continuo...
'Windows are not closed abroad' - Cardiff City boss reveals Super Eagles LB is searching for new club
Published: February 07, 2025
Cardiff City coach Omer Riza has commented on the future of Super Eagles left-back Jamilu Collins, stating that the defender is in search of a new club.The club's January transfer window has closed, and it appears the Nigerian international is not in the plans of the Bluebirds moving forward.The 30-year-old has struggl...
After missing out on Iheanacho, Rodgers confirms Celtic were in the market for a striker this winter
Published: February 06, 2025
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that the club attempted to sign a striker in the January transfer window but was unable to complete a deal. The Hoops were linked with a move for Nigerian center forward Kelechi Iheanacho, but negotiations failed to materialize into a transfer.Speaking after Celtic’s emph...
'He had ten offers' - Agent reveals why Dessers stayed put at Rangers despite significant interest
Published: February 05, 2025
Stijn Francis, the agent of Nigerian striker Cyriel Dessers, shed light on why the Super Eagles forward chose to remain at Rangers despite significant interest from several clubs during the winter transfer window.Initially, Dessers appeared poised for a move away from Rangers after a series of lackluster performances l...
'He was brilliant' - Onuachu sings the praises of Southampton debutant Welington
Published: February 05, 2025
Southampton's latest victory over Ipswich Town has been hailed as a crucial win in their relegation battle, and one player who caught the eye was debutant Welington Santos. The Brazilian full-back put in an impressive performance, and his teammate Paul Onuachu was quick to praise his efforts.Onuachu, who scored the wi...
Promising CB Elerewe cracks EFL Team of the Week despite Bromley's loss to Grimsby
Published: February 05, 2025
Promising central defender Deji Elerewe has been included in the English Football League Team of the Week despite Bromley suffering a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Grimsby Town in the penultimate round of matches in League Two.The English Football League comprises the Championship, League One and League Two.Charlton Athle...
'I have played in the Championship' - Iheanacho eager to make a quick impact at Middlesbrough
Published: February 04, 2025
Kelechi Iheanacho has emphasized that he is ready to make an immediate impact at Middlesbrough following his deadline day loan move from Spanish outfit Sevilla.The Nigeria international is a household name in English football, thanks to his exploits at Manchester City and Leicester game, and is just four games shy of r...
'I also like showing tricks, nutmegs' - Blackburn Rovers new boy Dennis vows to excite fans
Published: February 04, 2025
Blackburn Rovers' deadline day signing, Emmanuel Dennis, has assured fans that exciting moments await after joining the club on loan from Nottingham Forest for the remainder of the season. The Nigerian international, who became Rovers' sixth signing of the January transfer window, is eager to make an impact and entert...
What Man Utd legend Carrick said about Boro's signing of Iheanacho after loss to Sunderland
Published: February 04, 2025
Middlesbrough were active on transfer deadline day, bringing in marquee striker Kelechi Iheanacho on a loan deal for the remainder of the 2024-2025 season.The former Manchester City and Leicester City star has departed La Liga club Sevilla on a temporary basis in search of adequate playing opportunities. He is an expe...
Rangers make decision on Super Eagles striker ahead of the close of winter transfer market
Published: February 03, 2025
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers will reportedly remain at Scottish Premiership club Rangers for the remainder of the season, following a decision from the club's board.  The Nigerian striker's future had been the subject of intense speculation throughout the winter transfer window, with Italian club Cagliari repor...