Gianfranco Zola insists Osimhen would be perfect for Real Madrid amid Napoli striker's links with Chelsea
Published: November 29, 2023
Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola believes Victor Osimhen would be a perfect fit for Real Madrid amid speculation linking the Nigeria international with a move to Chelsea next summer.   The record European champions lost the services of Karim Benzema in the summer transfer window and need a replacement. Joselu...
The truth about Hull City's links with Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru 
Published: November 29, 2023
Manchester City academy product Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, continues to be linked with a January transfer to Championship outfit Hull City by top Turkish media outlets.    It has been claimed that Hull City - who are owned by Turkish entrepreneur Acun Ilıcalı - have started negotiations to add Hatayspor's 22-...
Richard Olise, once touted as 'Reece James heir', returns to action for Chelsea after more than 21 months out 
Published: November 29, 2023
The highlight of Chelsea development squad's 4-1 loss to Strasbourg in a friendly at Cobham on Tuesday evening was the return to action of talented Nigerian defender Richard Olise, who is the younger brother of 2021 Super Eagles invitee and Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise.    You could be forgiven if y...
Nottingham Forest plotting move for German Bundesliga star after Awoniyi's serious injury 
Published: November 28, 2023
Nottingham Forest are reportedly plotting a move for German Bundesliga star Jonas Wind ahead of the reopening of the transfer window.    Football Insider is reporting that Wolfsburg's Jonas Wind is among the strikers being considered by Nottingham Forest's recruitment team to bolster the squad in Januar...
'It's important to reiterate' - Fabrizio Romano reacts to reports linking Osimhen with January move to Arsenal
Published: November 28, 2023
Arsenal have reportedly joined their London rivals Chelsea in the race for the signature of Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.   The Nigerian has been on the radar of so many high profile clubs on the back of his goalscoring exploits for the Italian champions.   Arsenal are top of the Premier League with a po...
16yo midfielder of Nigerian descent trains with Arsenal first team ahead of Champions League clash v Lens 
Published: November 28, 2023
Anglo-Nigerian midfielder Ethan Nwani trained with Arsenal's first team ahead of their UEFA Champions League encounter with Lens tomorrow at the Emirates Stadium in London. According to Arsenal youth expert Jeorge Bird, the 16-year-old midfielder alongside Myles Lewis-Skelly and James Hillson were  spotted in...
Ex-Leicester midfielder names three players including Osimhen he would like Arsenal to target
Published: November 28, 2023
Former Leicester City midfielder Robbie Salvage has named Victor Osimhen, Dusan Vlahovic and Ivan Toney as the players Arsenal must buy if they are to win the Premier League.   The London-based side came close to winning the Premier League last season for the first time in 19 years but eventually fell short and ...
Madueke to consider his future at Chelsea in the January transfer window 
Published: November 28, 2023
England U21 international of Nigerian descent Noni Madueke will consider his future at Chelsea when the transfer window reopens for business.    The Telegraph has reported that Chelsea are looking to bolster their squad with two or three new signings in January and to prevent the squad from being bloated, the ...
'I love the finish' - Ex-Liverpool star Michael Owen praises Fulham winger Iwobi for brilliant goal v Wolves 
Published: November 28, 2023
Fulham have struggled for goals this season after the departure of Aleksandar Mitrović to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, but netted three at Craven Cottage on Monday night in a 3-2 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers.   The Cottagers took the lead in the seventh minute through Alex Iwobi, who ran across the face ...
Nigerian-born former Man City defender Onuoha names two Man Utd players who impressed him v Everton
Published: November 27, 2023
Nigeria-born former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha has singled out Luke Shaw and young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo for praise following their performances for Manchester United in the 3-0 triumph over Everton on Sunday at Goodison Park.   Shaw got his first league start since featuring in the 2-0 loss to Tot...
Super Eagles watch: Iwobi scores in his 300th club career game; Onuachu nets for third game in a row 
Published: November 27, 2023
Alex Iwobi scored in Fulham's dramatic 3-2 win over  Wolverhampton Wanderers on matchday 13 of the Premier League played at Craven Cottage on Monday night in what was his  300th club career game. The Hale End Academy product opened the scoring in the 7th minute when he tucked the ball into the net from Anto...
2021 Super Eagles invitee Olise joins Arsenal, Liverpool, Man Utd stars in BBC's PL Team of the Week 
Published: November 27, 2023
2021 Super Eagles invitee Michael Olise has been named in the latest BBC's Premier League Team of the Week following his impressive display during Crystal Palace's 2-1 loss to Luton Town at Kenilworth Road on Saturday, November 25.   In what was his first start of the season after recovering from a hams...
Hull City join Fenerbahce in race to sign Man City youth product Fisayo Dele-Bashiru 
Published: November 27, 2023
Championship team Hull City are the latest European club linked with a move for Manchester City youth product Fisayo Dele-Bashiru ahead of the January transfer window.    Dele-Bashiru's performances for Turkish Super Lig club Hatayspor have not gone unnoticed, with the versatile midfielder also reportedly ...
'Unsung hero role' - Di Matteo suggests Mikel was underappreciated by Chelsea fans despite doing a lot of work
Published: November 27, 2023
Former Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo has declared that John Obi Mikel was underappreciated by some Blues fans despite doing the dirty job in midfield.   Chelsea, under former owner Roman Abramovich, signed Mikel as they saw him as an ideal replacement for Claude Makélélé, who later departed for Paris ...
Search for a striker: Chelsea identify Napoli star Victor Osimhen as their primary target
Published: November 27, 2023
Premier League giants Chelsea are set to prioritize a move for Victor Osimhen in their search for a striker. According to The Telegraph, Mauricio Pochettino wants to add a centre-forward to his squad and has the Napoli striker on top of his list. Apparently, the Argentine tactician isn't filled with confi...