IN a move that is set to shake up the Nigerian football scene, Sporting Lagos have announced the signing of highly-rated goalkeeper Ifeanyi Nchekwube.
The talented shot-stopper joins the ambitious Lagos-based club from Akwa United where he spent three successful years.
Nchekwube’s impressive credentials include two invitations to Nigeria’s U23 national football squad, the Dream Team, in 2021 and 2022.
His experience and skillset are expected to significantly boost Sporting Lagos’s push for promotion back to the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL).
Speaking on his move to Sporting Lagos, Nchekwube expressed his excitement and honour at joining the club.
“I have been following Sporting Lagos’s progress for a long time, and I must say, I have been impressed with the trajectory the club is going,” he said.
“When they reached out to me, I couldn’t say no. It’s a dream come true for me.”
Nchekwube acknowledged Akwa United’s role in his development: “The last three years have been a learning stage for me. I thank Akwa United for trusting me.”
However, he is now eager to showcase his true quality at Sporting Lagos, stating, “It’s time for the world to see my true quality.”
The goalkeeper has set ambitious targets for himself and his new club. “My dream is to win a trophy with this great club and help them return to the Premier League.
“On a personal note, I want to keep as many clean sheets as possible,” he said.
With his sights set on returning to the national team, Nchekwube is confident that his move to Sporting Lagos will be a defining moment in his career.
Sporting Lagos, currently competing in the second tier, is expected to mount a strong challenge for promotion back to the NPFL with Nchekwube and other new signings on board.
With the club’s impressive structure and ambitious vision, the future looks bright for Nchekwube and Sporting Lagos.
