The chosen eight: Nigerians in contention to debut at Club World Cup, headlined by Tosin
Published: June 12, 2025
The 32 participating clubs have submitted their squad lists for the Fifa Club World Cup, with eight Nigeria-eligible players in contention to make their debuts in the tournament, which kicks off on Saturday, June 14.Players representing 81 countries will feature in the most inclusive global club tournament ever, with B...
'Makes the difference' – Former Atalanta forward says Lookman would be perfect for Napoli
Published: June 11, 2025
Former Atalanta forward Germán Denis has thrown his support behind a potential summer move for Nigerian international Ademola Lookman to Serie A champions Napoli, describing the forward as a "perfect" addition to the Partenopei squad.Lookman, who joined Atalanta from RB Leipzig in 2022, has enjoyed a stellar spell in ...
2 goals, 1 assist: Man Utd striker Chido Obi turning heads at Maurice Revello tournament
Published: June 11, 2025
Chido Obi, Manchester United’s promising young forward, continues to make waves at the Maurice Revello Tournament in Toulon, France.The 17-year-old Denmark Under-20 international scored in Denmark’s 3-0 group-stage victory over Japan, taking his tally to two goals in addition to an assist in the opener versus Mexic...
Fifa Club World Cup: Chelsea confirm squad numbers for Tosin and George before trip to the USA
Published: June 11, 2025
English Premier League giants Chelsea have confirmed squad numbers for Tosin Adarabioyo and academy graduate Tyrique George ahead of their participation in the FIFA Club World Cup set to be held in the United States.Tosin, who arrived from Fulham on a free transfer, enjoyed a stellar debut season with the Blues. The t...
Chelsea's new signing inherits jersey number once worn by Nigerian midfielder
Published: June 11, 2025
Through the club's official website, Chelsea have confirmed the squad number Dario Essugo will wear in the upcoming season.The Blues completed the signing of the Lisbon-born Portuguese youth international of Angolan descent ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, with the holding midfielder signing a long-term contract runni...
Done deal: After Nwachukwu, Sheffield United sign another Nigerian forward from Botev Plovdiv
Published: June 11, 2025
With a statement on the official website, Championship club Sheffield United have confirmed the signing of Ehije Ukaki on a three-year deal, subject to relevant documentation being approved.Aged 20, Ukaki is the second Nigerian forward joining the Blades from Bulgarian top-flight outfit Botev Plovdiv in 2025, following...
Two European clubs interested in Crystal Palace striker who trained with Flying Eagles in 2023
Published: June 11, 2025
Talented Crystal Palace forward Ademola Ola-Adebomi is attracting interest from two European clubs in the summer transfer window.Transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano is reporting that Portuguese setup C.D. Santa Clara and Serbian SuperLiga outfit FK Radnicki are keen on signing the powerful center forward.Ola-Adebomi...
'Still my idol' - Brentford forward Peters reveals he takes inspiration from Ronaldo, Mbappe, Olise
Published: June 10, 2025
Brentford youngster Emeka Peters has revealed the football stars who continue to shape his development, naming Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe, and Michael Olise as his biggest inspirations on the pitch.Peters, who joined the Bees from Fulham in 2023, enjoyed an excellent campaign with Brentford's U18s, finishing the ...
'One I cherish' - Fulham defender Bassey reveals the most defining moment of his career so far
Published: June 10, 2025
Fulham centre-back Calvin Bassey recently shared heartfelt reflections with his agency, Unique Sports Group, pinpointing his Premier League debut as the most defining moment of his football career to date.For the Nigerian international, stepping onto the Premier League stage was the fulfillment of a lifelong ambition."...
Confirmed: Southampton offer new contracts to two Nigerian players
Published: June 10, 2025
Relegated Premier League club Southampton have submitted their retained and released list following the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season.The Saints confirmed that two promising Nigerian players have been offered new deals ahead of the upcoming season.Princewill Ehibhatiomhan and Abdulhalim Olarewaju Okunola are out o...
Premier League confirm Nottingham Forest have extended contract of Super Eagles defender
Published: June 10, 2025
Through the official website, the Premier League have suggested that Nottingham Forest have extended the contract of versatile Super Eagles defender Ola Aina. The two-time European champions submitted their retained list to the Premier League before the deadline, with the Chelsea academy graduate among those retained ...
Man Utd's Nigerian trio survive the cut: 19-goal striker Musa leads retained list
Published: June 10, 2025
Following the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season, Manchester United have submitted their retained and released list to the Premier League, including key decisions on three talented teenagers of Nigerian descent.From a Nigerian perspective, the big news is the inclusion of left-footed  striker Victor Musa on Manchester...
Confirmed: Nine Nigerian youngsters retained by Arsenal with two offered new deals
Published: June 09, 2025
Arsenal have submitted their retained and released list to the Premier League following the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season. The Gunners have decided to keep nine young players of Nigerian descent at the club for the upcoming season, with two of those players given the opportunity to sign new contracts.The nine ret...
Official: Younger brother of Eberechi Eze released by Crystal Palace
Published: June 09, 2025
Premier League side Crystal Palace have officially released Chimaechi Eze, the younger brother of first-team star Eberechi Eze, following the conclusion of the 2024/25 season.The 22-year-old forward, who joined the Eagles at the start of the 2023/24 campaign after impressing during a trial, was one of 17 academy player...
Official: Nephew of two former Super Eagles defenders leaves Man City on a free transfer
Published: June 09, 2025
Manchester City have submitted their retained and released list to the Premier League following the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season.Tai Sodje is set to depart the Citizens on a free transfer upon the expiry of his contract on June 30, 2025.An attacker by trade, Tai has football in his blood as his uncles played for ...