Category: World News
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Insigne backs Osimhen’s Galatasaray move
Former Italy international Lorenzo Insigne has thrown his support behind Victor Osimhen’s surprise loan move to Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 25 year-old had been linked with Al-Ahli and Chelsea on transfer deadline day, but ultimately opted for a season-long deal with Galatasaray. Insigne, who played alongside Osimhen at Napoli, believes the…
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Josh Maja bags fifth goal of the season
Nigeria’s Josh Maja continued his fine form to help West Bromwich Albion achieve an emphatic victory in the EFL Championship, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Maja scored his fifth goal of the season in a 3-0 win for the Baggies who defeated Portsmouth on Sunday at Fratton Park. Maja opened the score for the visitors as early as…
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Lookman strikes Atalanta to victory over Fiorentina
Ademola Lookman scored the decisive goal as Atalanta edged Fiorentina 3-2 in a thrilling encounter at the Gewiss Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international also registered an assist, setting up Mateo Retegui’s equalizer, to help his side secure all three points. Fiorentina took the lead through Lucas Martinez’s 15th-minute strike, but Lookman’s clever play allowed…
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LaLiga: Umar Sadiq set for first start of the season against Real Madrid
Nigeria forward Umar Sadiq is poised to make his first La Liga start of the season for Real Sociedad this weekend as they take on Real Madrid, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. With the team’s primary striker, Mikel Oyarzabal, currently sidelined due to injury, and recent acquisition Orri Óskarsson still acclimating to the squad, Sadiq has been presented…
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Osimhen sacks agent amid transfer saga
Ex Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has parted ways with his agent Roberto Calenda, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international is said to be disillusioned with Calenda’s handling of his transfer saga, which saw proposed moves to Al Ahli and Chelsea fall through on deadline day. Osimhen reportedly took matters into his own hands, negotiating a loan…
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Osimhen reveals Mertens’ influence in Galatasaray move
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has disclosed that he sought advice from his former Napoli teammate Dries Mertens before completing a loan move to Galatasaray, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, who arrived in Istanbul on Tuesday, was greeted by a enthusiastic reception at the airport, with fans chanting his name in the arrivals area. The 25-year-old, who has…
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Napoli compel Osimhen to contract extension before Galatasaray loan move
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen will be required to sign a contract extension with the Serie A club before completing a loan move to Galatasaray, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international is set to join the Turkish side on a dry loan, with no option or obligation to buy, but Napoli want assurances that their investment is…
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“We are tired of trying to make him happy.” Napoli on Osimhen.
Napoli Sporting Director, Giovanni Manna has revealed Victor Osimhen was not willing to play for the club anymore hence the reason for transfer alternatives, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The deadline day drama was the one everyone waited patiently to see how it would end as the move to either Saudi Pro League outfit, Al-Ahli or Chelsea never…
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Napoli not willing to keep Osimhen – Sporting Director
The Victor Osimhen transfer saga will linger for long, even after the end of the transfer window, Nigeriasoccenet.com reports. After Napoli tried selling the Nigeria international by all means especially after Al-Alhi from the Saudi Pro League showed up on the last days and Osimhen refused to leave, the relationship between both parties has been…
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Conte rules out Osimhen’s return after failed Chelsea move
Napoli manager, Antonio Conte has confirmed that the club will not reintegrate Victor Osimhen into his squad, following the collapse of his transfer to Chelsea on Friday night, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the decision was made by manager Antonio Conte and the club’s management on Saturday night. “Napoli confirms they…
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Udinese pathways with Success after three Years
Italian Serie A club Udinese have announced the departure of Nigeria international Isaac Success, bringing an end to his three-year stint with the team, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The club confirmed the mutual termination of Success’s contract on social media, expressing gratitude for his service and wishing him well in his future endeavors. “Udinese Calcio has agreed…
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Onyeka seeks Brentford exit amid European interest
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka is attracting attention from several European clubs as he seeks to depart Premier League side Brentford in pursuit of regular playing time, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international has garnered interest from Spanish clubs Valencia, Real Valladolid, and Las Palmas, all of whom are willing to take him on loan. However,…
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Osimhen rejects Saudi move, holds out for top European clubs
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is reportedly holding out for a move to a top European club, despite a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Ahli, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Sky Sport Italia claimed Al Ahli have tabled a €70m bid for the Nigerian international, but Osimhen is unwilling to consider the move. The 25-year-old has a…
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Josh Maja hands Westbrom maximum points
Nigeria’s Josh Maja helped West Bromwich Albion to victory against Stock City in the Sky Bet Championship on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. He scored his fourth goal of the season as the Baggies earned a 2-1 narrow victory away at the Bet365 Stadium. Karlan Grant had put the visitors ahead on 18 minute after Fellows beat…
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Peseiro rates Lookman’s technical ability over Osimhen’s
Former Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has shared his expert opinion on the contrasting styles of Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, rating the Atlanta winger as more technical than the Napoli striker, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Peseiro, who worked with both players during Nigeria’s 2023 AFCON campaign, highlighted Lookman’s creative flair and goal-scoring form, stating, “Ademola is…
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Lookman’s Atalanta stay looks likely as PSG interest cools
Ademola Lookman’s potential transfer to Paris Saint-Germain appears to have stalled, with the Nigerian forward now likely to remain at Atalanta, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Recent reports had suggested that Lookman was a target for the Ligue 1 champions, with a long-term contract offer worth around €3.5m per season on the table. However, with no concrete…
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Udinese’s Maduka Okoye commits to four-year contract extension
Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has signed a four-year contract extension with Udinese Calcio, keeping him at the club until June 30, 2028, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye, who joined Udinese in 2023, has established himself as a crucial player, demonstrating exceptional performance and becoming a fan favorite. His heroics last season was a major contribution to the…
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Nwabali to stay at Chippa United if no suitable offer is made
Chippa United’s assistant coach, Thabo September, has revealed that Stanley Nwabali may remain at the club beyond the current summer transfer window, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Despite being linked to several clubs in South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and Europe, Nwabali has returned to Chippa United without any concrete offers. September emphasized that the Nigerian goalkeeper will…
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Percassi: We want to keep Lookman
Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi has reiterated the club’s desire to retain Ademola Lookman, amid speculation linking the Nigerian striker to Paris Saint-Germain, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Lookman, who has requested to be excluded from the squad for today’s Serie A match against Lecce, is a key player for Atalanta, and Percassi emphasized that the club will…
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PSG eye Ademola Lookman
Paris Saint-Germain have expressed interest in signing Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, with the Nigerian striker open to a move to the French Ligue 1 outfit, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Although no official offer has been made, Itailan football news agency La Gazate is claiming that PSG have contacted Lookman’s representatives to discuss a potential transfer. The 26-year-old…