Scottish club Hearts join Beitar Jerusalem in race race to sign N0.7b-rated striker Kalu
Published: January 14, 2025
Scottish Premiership side Hearts have joined Israeli club Beitar Jerusalem in the pursuit of Nigerian striker Johnbosco Kalu in the January transfer window, according to Swedish outlet fotbolldirekt.
Kalu caught the attention of several clubs after an impressive 2024 Allsvenskan season, where he scored seven goals and provided one assist in 22 league appearances for Värnamo.
Both Hearts and Beitar Jerusalem are seeking to bolster their attacking options for the second half of the season.
Beitar Jerusalem have reportedly submitted a bid for Kalu but Värnamo are holding out for 434,000 euros (approximately N0.7 billion in Nigerian currency).
The Swedish club has resisted the move, citing financial constraints as a reason for holding on to the forward.
Kalu has voiced his frustration over the situation, criticizing the club's high demands despite his low wages.
"They want me and Värnamo is asking for a lot of money. I think that's unfair because I don't get paid much. They don't pay me enough to ask for so much money. I think I'm one of the people who earns the least on the team," Kalu told Fotbollskanalen.
Signed from a Division 5 club, Kalu remains under contract with Värnamo until the end of the 2026 season, making negotiations complex as the Swedish side holds a strong position.
As the January transfer window approaches, Hearts and Beitar Jerusalem continue to monitor the situation, hoping to convince Värnamo to sanction Kalu's exit.
Adeyemi Adewale
Photo Credit: ifkvarnamo.se
Copyright ANS
All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from allnigeriasoccer.com
- 'There's a lot of interest' - Rangers striker Dessers confirms receiving multiple offers in winter market
- Chelsea loanee Ugochukwu remains loyal to France amid Super Eagles call-up claims
- Solomon-Otabor: 2016 Birmingham City Young POTY departs CZ Mighty Lions for Al-Orooba
- What Man Utd coach Amorim said about Obi-Martin ahead of FA Cup clash against Leicester
- 'On and off the field' - Arsenal-trained midfielder names Okocha as his greatest footballer of all time
- Slavia Prague respond as Galatasaray make N19b bid for ex-Flying Eagles CB Igoh Ogbu
- Okoye set to miss WCQ: Top 3 goalkeepers Eric Chelle should consider as replacement for Udinese star
- Valencia coach calls for more effort from Sadiq and two others after heavy loss to Barcelona
- 'Windows are not closed abroad' - Cardiff City boss reveals Super Eagles LB is searching for new club
- Mid-season training camp Dubai: Nichols, Butler-Oyedeji, Nwaneri named in Arsenal's travelling squad


- Football Betting
- African Players
- Australia/ Asia
- Belgian Championship
- Bundesliga
- Danish Football
- English Premier League
- Nigeria National Teams
- Casinos not on Gamstop
- Nigeria Premier League
- Norwegian Football
- Polish Football
- Russian Championship
- Serie A
- Spanish Liga
- Swedish Championship
- Transfer
- Turkish Championship
- 1Win
- Ukrainian Football
- Uncategorized
- Women's Football