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Serie A side Napoli are reportedly willing to offer Manchester United a reduced fee for Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen in exchange for Argentine forward Alejandro Garnacho, Soccernet.ng reports. The Manchester United youngster has been heavily linked with a move to join the Neapolitans, as part of the Red Devils’ restructuring strategy to offload some…

Former Torino forward Osarimen Giulio Ebagua has weighed in on the brilliance of Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, two of Nigeria’s most outstanding footballers today, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen and Lookman have risen to global prominence, thanks to their incredible exploits in Serie A in recent times. Osimhen was instrumental in leading Napoli to their first…

Former Real Madrid striker Antonio Cassano has urged Napoli to prioritise signing Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman over Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho in the January transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Napoli recently bid farewell to one of their biggest stars, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who joined Paris Saint-Germain in a €75 million deal. A look back at Khvicha…

2023-24 Europa Conference League winners Olympiacos are reportedly waiting for a response from Portuguese side Boavista regarding the potential transfer of Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles star has been impressive for Boavista since joining from Feirense in 2022, attracting interest from several top European clubs. Recently, Olympiacos have been linked…

Olympiacos have submitted a second bid for Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi, as interest in the Boavista star intensifies during the winter transfer window, Soccernet.football reports. The Greek side had their initial €2.5 million offer rejected by Boavista, who value the Nigerian international more highly, according to O Jogo. Onyemaechi, 26, joined Boavista from Feirense…

Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Nigerian striker Victor Boniface will be included in the squad for their crucial UEFA Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night, Soccernet.football reports. However, Alonso has made it clear the forward is not yet fit enough to feature in the starting lineup. The 24-year-old has…

Several Super Eagles stars, including Bruno Onyemaechi and William Troost-Ekong, were in action for their clubs in Europe and the Middle East on Monday, January 20, 2025. Soccernet.ng captures the most eye-catching moments in their matches. Portugal Bruno Onyemaechi was the star of the show for Boavista but his excellent contribution was not enough to…

Victor Boniface’s personal life has become a topic of discussion after his girlfriend, Rikke Hermine Jensen, unfollowed him on social media and deleted their shared photos, Soccernet.ng reports. The move comes amid swirling breakup rumours, but the Bayer Leverkusen star appears unfazed by the recent development. Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp…

Super-Eagles eligible defender Tosin Adarabioyo believes Enzo Maresca’s young Chelsea squad can go on to achieve great things, following their return to winning ways in the Premier League courtesy of 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, Soccernet.football reports.  In a night for Chelsea’s unlikely goalscorers, Tosin got himself on the scoresheet with his first Premier League…

Brighton & Hove Albion have reportedly set their sights on Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, who has been catching the eye with his performances for Lazio in Serie A this season, Soccernet.football reports. The Seagulls are keen to bolster their midfield options as they push for European qualification in the Premier League. Dele-Bashiru, a product of…

Romanian SuperLiga club Rapid Bucharest have officially confirmed the signing of Nigerian forward David Ankeye on a loan deal from Serie A side Genoa, Soccernet.football reports. The 22-year-old will remain with Rapid until the end of the current season as he seeks more consistent playing opportunities. Ankeye touched down in Bucharest on Monday, with the…

Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest defender, Ola Aina, has drawn praise from several top names in world football following his goal-line clearance against Southampton, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old has been one of the brightest stars for the Reds this season, and has played every league game, scoring two goals and providing one assist. Aina provided…

Super Eagles and Rangers defender, Leon Aderemi Balogun, has revealed his desire to don the Nigerian jersey in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. Jose Peseiro didn’t select the 36-year-old to be a part of the Super Eagles team at the AFCON 2023 tournament. His last game for the National Team came…

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick and club president Joan Laporta have expressed their dismay at the decision not to award a late penalty for Jules Koundé during Barcelona’s 1-1 draw against Getafe at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez last weekend, Soccernet.football reports. The match, which saw Koundé open the scoring for the Blaugrana, descended into controversy…

Former Turkey international Gökmen Özdenak believes Victor Osimhen is beginning to show signs of frustration at Galatasaray, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian striker has made an explosive start to life in Turkey since joining on loan from Napoli in the summer. Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now! Napoli s Nigerian forward…

Victor Osimhen’s representatives have disclosed that the Nigerian striker is open to joining Manchester United next summer but emphasised two critical conditions for the move, Soccernet.football reports. Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been in sensational form, scoring 14 goals and providing six assists since his arrival. His performances have sparked significant…

Reigning Bundesliga Champions, Bayer 04 Leverkusen, have received a massive boost in their title race with the return of Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old last played for club and country in Nigeria’s 2-1 loss to the Republic of Rwanda during the November International break. After the game, it was confirmed Boniface…

Arsenal’s pursuit of Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, has continued to heat up as Mikel Arteta’s troops aim to sustain momentum in their English Premier League title challenge, Soccernet.ng reports. It is no longer news that the Napoli-owned striker has been on the radar of several top European clubs, but Arsenal, according to some, might…

Former Chelsea star John Obi Mikel has landed in Istanbul for discussions with Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen, who continues to attract intense transfer interest, Soccernet.ng reports. The Galatasaray striker, currently on loan from Napoli, has been linked with Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea ahead of the January transfer deadline. Galatasaray player Victor Osimhen showed a…

Current Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) top scorer, Anas Yusuf, has admitted that the ultimate decision to don the colours of the Super Eagles rests with new head coach Eric Chelle, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nasarawa United forward garnered attention in the first stanza of the NPFL, where he consistently found the back of the net,…

Victor Osimhen has taken on a leadership role at Galatasaray by holding a special team meeting alongside senior teammates ahead of their crucial UEFA Europa League clash with Dynamo Kyiv, Soccernet.football reports. The Nigerian striker, together with Fernando Muslera, Lucas Torreira, and Dries Mertens, spearheaded an intense locker room discussion following Galatasaray’s frustrating 2-2 draw…

With a statement on their official website, Serie B side AS Cittadella have confirmed the return of Nigerian forward Orji Okwonkwo, who rejoins the club on loan from Bologna, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old striker previously represented Cittadella during the 2021/22 season, where he made a notable impact with 20 appearances and eight goals. Okwonkwo spent…

New Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle continues to show his commitment to Mouloudia Club d’Oran (MC Oran) despite officially parting ways with the Algerian side earlier this month, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle, who took over as MC Oran’s manager in October after leaving his role with Mali’s national team, left the club by mutual consent to…

Nigerian striker Chuba Akpom has stated that his sole focus is not to displace former Manchester United striker Wout Weghorst as the first-choice striker at Ajax, Soccernet.ng reports. Akpom has had a decent season with Eredivisie giants Ajax, but he has had to compete for playing time for most of the season. The Godenzonen have many…

South Africa have set up a tantalizing clash with Nigeria’s Flamingos in the second round of the qualifiers for the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. While Nigeria, one of Africa’s representatives at the last World Cup, received a bye in the first round, South Africa had to face Gabon to advance. Bantwana…