Tag: Manchester United
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Fulham condemns racist abuse towards Calvin Bassey, begins investigation
Fulham FC have released an official statement condemning the vile treatment towards Calvin Bassey following his starring role in the club’s FA Cup tie against Manchester United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international gave the Cottagers the lead, but the Old Trafford club restored parity through Bruno Fernandes as the game was settled via the penalty…
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New development on Manchester United’ pursuit of Victor Osimhen emerges
Manchester United are convinced that Nigerian star Victor Osimhen is one of the reliable forward to lead their attack line and as such, they haven’t sent scouts to monitor him because they are very well aware of his qualities and potentials but the dealbreaker remains convincing the player to move to Old Trafford, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes.…
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Amorim turns to Chido Obi as injuries mount United
Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim has included several youngsters in the squad for their Premier League clash at Tottenham Hotspur due to a growing injury list, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Key players Amad Diallo, Manuel Ugarte, and Kobbie Mainoo are all sidelined, with Diallo potentially out for the rest of the season with ankle ligament damage. Lisandro…
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Manchester United not willing to give up Victor Osimhen’s pursuit
Manchester United is not willing to accept defeat on Victor Osimhen’s pursuit amidst his uncertain future which has seen a host of top European clubs register concrete interest as well as huge offers from Saudi Arabia, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Napoli reportedly agreed on a deal with Al Ahli earlier this week but the player refused the…
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Ndidi returns as Leicester stumble at Old Trafford
Not the best result on his return as Wilfred Ndidi makes his first appearance of the year after being sidelined due to an injury. The midfield ace has been out since early December, two-month injury lay-off with Leicester falling to a harsh stoppage time goal from Harry Maguire to give Manchester United the win thus…
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Dessers wins Rangers’ January Goal of the Month Award
Nigeria international Cyriel Dessers has been awarded Rangers’ Men’s Goal of the Month for January, following his impressive strike against Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Dessers’ goal, which came in the 83rd minute of the 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford, showcased his clinical finishing skills. He intelligently used his body to…
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Manchester United get Osimhen’s transfer edge as Napoli push for permanent exit
Napoli are prepared to permanently offload Victor Osimhen with the Partenopei offering Manchester United a discount as they push for the signature of Alejandro Garnacho following the departure of Georgian khvicha kvaratskhelia to PSG, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. This discount from Napoli to the Old Trafford club is in a bid to get a lower asking price…
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Manchester United manager targets Boniface for the summer
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has identified Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface as a potential target ahead of next summer’s transfer window, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to reports, Boniface is one of several strikers on United’s shortlist as Amorim looks to revamp his squad ahead of his first full season at Old Trafford. Amorim is believed…
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Atalanta will entertain offers between €60-70m to sanction Lookman’s sale – reports
Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman has been a man in great demand by top European clubs which includes PSG, Arsenal, Manchester United, and reigning UCL champions, Real Madrid, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com His starring role in the Serie A club conquest in the UEFA Europa League has further raised his stock with the club reportedly willing to take…
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Manchester United plotting player swap plus cash for Victor Osimhen
Following the appointment of Ruben Amorim, Manchester United chiefs are ready to back him in the transfer market as they look to turn the gloomy tides around and one man that has been earmarked to lead his reign at the Old Trafford club is Napoli’s striker, Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee who…
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Saha Urges Man United to Prioritize Osimhen Signing
Louis Saha, a former Manchester United forward, has urged the club’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, to make Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen a top priority for next summer’s transfer window, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Saha believes that Osimhen’s impressive goal-scoring form makes him an ideal candidate to help fix United’s ongoing attacking struggles. Despite Osimhen’s current loan…
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Ndidi confident Leicester will bounce-back after weekend debacle
Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is adamant that the Foxes have the quality to recover from their disappointing 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports Friday’s loss at home to their East Midlands rivals left Leicester with just one Premier League win this season. However, Ndidi remains optimistic about their chances of turning things around.…
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Manchester United complete the signing of Chido Obi-Martin
Manchester United has finalized the transfer of highly-rated youngster Chido Obi-Martin from Arsenal, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports: The move, initially delayed by the Premier League’s five-step process, received approval on Friday morning. Exclusive: Manchester United have received formal communication from the Premier League that their prolonged ratification process for the transfer of former Arsenal starlet Chido Obi-Martin…
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Zirkzee’s debut goal ensures Iwobi’s season opener ends in defeat
Manchester United’s new-boy Joshua Zirkzee was the Old Trafford hero as he scored an 87th-minute winner against Fulham, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 2024/25 English Premier league season kicked off on Friday in Manchester with Nigeria internationals, Alex Iwob and Calvin Bassey on parade for Fulham. While Fulham struggled to control their host, goalkeeper Bernd Leno frustrated…
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Manchester United sign Nigerian descent, Simi Awujo
Manchester United are thrilled to announce the signing of 20-year-old Canadian international Simi Awujo, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Simi’s contract is until the end of the 2026/27 season, subject to registration. Awujo joins the Red Devils from the University of Southern California’s USC Trojans, where she played in the United States collegiate system. Simisola Feyishayo Awujo was…
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Obi-Martin’s Manchester United move under investigation
Chido Obi-Martin, the 16-year-old striker who recently left Arsenal, is undergoing medical tests with Manchester United ahead of a summer transfer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. However, the move is subject to a Premier League investigation, which may delay the official announcement. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal will undergo a five-step investigation, a standard procedure…
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Manchester United sign Chido Obi-Martin
Manchester United have agreed to sign 16-year-old striker Chido Obi-Martin, who left Arsenal earlier this summer after his contract expired, Nigeraisoccernet.com reports. Obi-Martin had doubts about his pathway to first-team football under Mikel Arteta, leading him to seek opportunities elsewhere. The Denmark youth international scored 32 goals in 20 league games for Arsenal’s U18s last…
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West Ham tie down teenage Nigerian starlet amid interest from rivals
London club, West Ham United have secured a significant coup by agreeing professional terms with 16-year-old prodigy Chinaza Nwosu, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Born to Nigerian parents, the defensive midfielder can still represent Nigeria even if he already player for England U- 15 and U-16. Nwosu according to Football-Insider will formally sign the contract when he…
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Osimhen set to begin pre-season with Napoli amid Transfer speculation
Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen is expected to start the pre-season with Napoli next week, despite rumors linking him to several top European clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United, Nigeriasoccerrnet.com reports. New Napoli coach Antonio Conte may meet with Osimhen in Castel Volturno next week, as no European club has yet made a formal…
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After nearly two decades, Mikel makes amends with Sir Alex Ferguson
Nigerian footballer John Obi Mikel has finally been forgiven by Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson, nearly 20 years after a dramatic transfer saga, the ex Super Eagles man revealed as gathered by Nigeriasoccernet.com. In 2005, a young Mikel signed for Manchester United, even posing in their kit at a press conference. However, a last-minute…