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Trabzonspor ready to include two players, obligation to buy in deal to sign Southampton striker Onuachu Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor continue to work on a deal to sign Southampton's Nigeria national teamer Paul Onuachu ahead of the 2024-2025 season. Onuachu enjoyed a successful loan spell at Trabzonspor in the recently concluded season, registering seventeen goals and four assists in 25 all-competition appearances, twenty-two of which he started. Trabzonspor are keen on retaining Onuachu for next season but are struggling to meet his asking price, with the Saints valuing him at fifteen million euros.

Al-Ahli target Osimhen to discuss Napoli future with his agent after Chelsea snub According to transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano, Victor Osimhen will meet with his agent Robert Calenda to discuss his future with Napoli following Arsenal and Chelsea's withdrawal of interest in his services as well as Al Ahli's interest. The 25-year-old finds himself at a crossroad after the Blues withdrew their interest in him with the London club focusing on signing younger strikers like Benjamin Šeško who has now committed his future to RB Leipzig.

Transfer: Nwabali not coming back - Chippa United coach, Louw Chippa United goalkeeper coach, Sean Louw, has said Super Eagles stopper, Stanley Nwabali, will not return to the club. Nwabali's future with the South African side has been uncertain since he shone for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year. After losing the AFCON final to the hosts Ivory Coast, he played a crucial role as Chippa reached the Nedbank Cup semi-final and kept a total of 12 clean sheets in all competitions.

OPINION: Why the NFF Should Consider Finding a New Coach for the Super Eagles The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) took a bold step by appointing Finidi George as the new coach of the Super Eagles. However, after just two matches, it's clear that things are not going as planned. As much as it pains to say, the NFF should consider finding a new coach to lead the team forward. Finidi George's tenure has been marked by unclear strategies, puzzling player selections, and ineffective in-game decisions. The team looks lost on the field, and the lack of direction is evident. Modern football demands a coach with a clear vision and a well-defined plan, and unfortunately, Finidi hasn't shown that he can provide this.

Victor Osimhen was not happy that the NFF snubbed Emmanuel Amunike I heard from verifiable sources that Victor Osimhen was not happy that the NFF snubbed Emmanuel Amunike to appoint Finidi George as head coach. Also, there is discontent that some members of the technical committee ignored the popular choice not because he was not good enough for the job but because according to them " they know he collects money" I am CARETAKER, quote me.

Juventus eyeing move for Bayer Leverkusen star Victor Boniface to replace Milik or Moise Kean Italian giants Juventus are reportedly eyeing a move for Nigerian striker Victor Boniface as they prepare for potential departures in their forward line ahead of the summer transfer window. Boniface, who enjoyed a stellar season with Bayer Leverkusen, clinching both the Bundesliga title and the DFB Pokal in his debut campaign in Germany, has caught the attention of Juventus with his impressive performances.

Nigerian striker linked with Arsenal, AC Milan emerges as one of Man Utd's primary transfer targets According to Sky Sports, Manchester United have made Nigerian striker Joshua Zirkzee, who has also been linked with AC Milan and Arsenal, one of their primary transfer targets this summer. While the Red Devils are still pondering over the future of Erik ten Hag as the club's manager after a dismal season, they seem to have already begun plans on how to fortify their squad.

Bayern Munich considering making a move for Atalanta's Super Eagles forward Lookman Bayern Munich are considering making a move for 2023 Africa Cup of Nations star and UEFA Europa League winner Ademola Lookman. According to German Bundesliga transfer expert Florian Plettenberg, the Bavarians have discussed the possibility of moving for the Atalanta forward but there is nothing concrete regarding their interest in him at the moment. Plettenberg's report also added that the Nigeria international will only move to a top club this summer if he decides to leave Atalanta and his valuation is between €25-30m.

2026 WCQ: Why Super Eagles lost to Benin Republic – Finidi Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George says poor defending and loss of concentration were responsible for his side’s 2-1 defeat to Benin Republic The former African champions now have a mountain to climb in their bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the shocking defeat. Nigeria remain in fifth position in the Group C table with three points from four games.

NPFL: Alfa urges Niger Tonardoes players not to relent in relegation fight Niger Tonardoes team manager, Usman Alfa, has rallied the players to show more seriousness and determination in their next league game. The Ikon Allah boys will square up with Lobi Stars at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium on Wednesday. Alfa pointed out the importance of securing victory in the game. “This is a must-win game for us, and we must do everything in our power to come out on top,” he told the club’s media.