Nigerian Footballers Abroad

Samuel Chukwueze provided a superb assist as AC Milan came back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 with Scottish champions Celtic in a pre-season match on Saturday. completesports.com information. Chukwueze, who was named among the substitutes, came on at the start of the second half to provide the assist that made it 2-2. It was Celtic’s final pre-season match before …

Spanish side Valencia are weighing the possibility of signing Nigerian striker Josh Maja following his departure from Sky Bet Championship side West Bromwich Albion. completesports.com information. Maja is currently available on a free transfer after his contract with the Baggies expired at the end of the 2025/26 season, making him an attractive option for clubs looking to strengthen their attack …

Falconets forward Janet Akekoromowei is close to completing a long-term move to Portuguese champions Benfica. completesports.com information. The transfer represents a major step forward in the 18-year-old’s career after she recovered from a serious injury that temporarily stalled her dream of playing in Europe. Akekoromowei suffered the injury during the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier between Nigeria and …

Trabzonspor have put a €30 million price tag on Paul Onuachu amid transfer interest. completesports.com information. The Nigerian international has been heavily linked with a move away from Papara Park this summer. Trabzonspor have rejected two different offers from Fenerbahçe. Fenerbahçe’s rival in Istanbul, Beşiktaş, is observing the situation and has not yet made any proposals. Read also:Trabzonspor ready to …

Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray have reached an agreement with Sky Bet Championship side Burnley for the signing of Nigerian-born midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the two clubs have finalized the deal and that the midfielder is now ready to complete the formalities before being presented by the Istanbul giants. According to Romano, the transfer package …

Nigerian internationals Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi have a new manager at Fulham following the appointment of Alvaro Arbeloa, Sky Sports reports. The former Real Madrid manager has signed a three-year contract at Craven Cottage to become Marco Silva’s successor after the Portuguese left for Benfica following the expiration of his contract with Fulham. Arbeloa left Real Madrid in May …

Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga has been acquitted of sexual assault by Norway’s Frostating Court of Appeal. completesports.com information. The 19-year-old has been out of action for the past 11 months due to the allegations. Molde happy with the verdict His club, Molde FK, confirmed in a statement on Thursday that Daga is again available for selection while the parties …

Nigerian winger Angelo Agbejoye has joined Swedish Allsvenskan club Djurgarden. completesports.com information. Agbejoye, who joined Djurgarden from local club Grassrunners FC, signed a five-year contract. The 18-year-old is the Blue Stripes’ first signing in the summer transfer market. Agbejoye ready for a new challenge Agbejoye was delighted after signing his contract with the club. Read also: Getafe ready to sell …

Super Eagles midfielder, Frank Onyeka was in action as Brentford lost 1-0 to Arsenal in Saturday’s Premier League game. The Nigerian international, who was making his 11th appearance for Brentford, was substituted in the 90th minute for Lewis-Potter. Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard had a goal ruled out in the first half by the video assistant referee but defeat was harsh on …

Looking ahead to the 2026/27 football season, several clubs across Europe have already strengthened their squads with new signings, while others continue to explore the market for reinforcements. Nigerian players have also been caught up in the transfer frenzy, with several of them securing moves to new clubs. Perhaps the most notable transfer involving a Nigerian so far is that …