Hafiz Umar Ibrahim, a promising talent from Ojodu City in Lagos, has decided to join Premier League giants Chelsea, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Ibrahim’s standout displays at the Viareggio Cup in Italy a month ago solidified his reputation as a rising star in the football world.
The 18-year-old sensation look poised for a move to Norwegian side, FK Bodø/Glimt with a club-to-club deal of €500k.
However, with Ibrahim set to showcase his skills at Chelsea’s Cobham training facility, for a two week trial, Chelsea are now at an advantage to secure the Nigerian prodigy.
??? Nigerian striker Ibrahim Hafiz Umar (18) has decided for trial at Chelsea instead of joining FK Bodø/Glimt despite club-to-club deal done for €500k.
It will be up to Chelsea now, as Hafiz will be on trial for next weeks from Ojodu City Academy. pic.twitter.com/xNu22p4rng
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 26, 2024
The 18-year-old sensation, set to showcase his skills at Chelsea’s Cobham training facility, engaged in a video call with England star Raheem Sterling ahead of his trial.
Joe Shields, co-director of recruitment and talent at Chelsea, expressed optimism in Ibrahim’s potential, affirming the club’s interest in the young prodigy.
By Olujimi Dare Ogun
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