Chidera Ejuke: Sunderland, Fulham to challenge Saudi moneybags for Super Eagles star

Super Eagles winger Chidera Ejuke has emerged as a transfer target for Premier League sides Fulham and Sunderland, Afrik-Foot reports.

​Ejuke has been a journeyman throughout his career, with stints in Norway, the Netherlands, Russia, Germany, and Belgium before his current spell in Spain with Sevilla.

When the 28-year-old joined Los Nervionenses in July 2024, expectations were high that his experience and technical quality would make him a standout performer.

​However, Ejuke’s impact in Seville has been inconsistent.

His flashes of brilliance have been sporadic, hampered significantly by injuries and the managerial changes at Sevilla.

This season, while the Super Eagles star has appeared in 25 La Liga matches, he has earned only six starts.

Despite his dribbling wizardry, a lack of end product remains his Achilles’ heel—evident in his modest return of one goal and one assist.

​Fulham and Sunderland Enter the Race

​Amidst speculation that Sevilla views Ejuke as dispensable, the club appears ready to offload him this summer. While the Saudi Pro League was recently touted as a likely destination, the winger may now be headed for England.

​According to On the Minute, Fulham and Sunderland are closely monitoring Ejuke’s situation as they look to bolster their squads.

Both clubs reportedly value his unique style and versatility, believing his ability to operate effectively on either wing could offer a fresh dimension to their attacks.

​Sevilla is expected to be open to negotiations, not only because they view Ejuke as surplus to requirements but also because they need to generate funds for their own summer recruitment.

The Super Eagles star is valued at €4 million by Transfermarkt, and he is entering the final year of his contract, and that may force Sevilla to accept a reduced fee to avoid losing him for free next year.