MLS side Houston Dynamo sign 24-year-old Nigerian winger

Two-time MLS Cup winners, Houston Dynamo, have signed Nigerian forward Ibrahim Aliyu from Columbus Crew, Afrik Foot reports.

The 24-year-old represented the Flying Eagles at the 2019 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Niger alongside Afeez Aremu, Igoh Ogbu and Aliu Salawudeen.

Born in Kano, Ibrahim Aliyu started his career with Oasis FC in Nigeria before heading to Europe, with Croatian side FC Lokomotiva.

After three years in Croatia, the versatile attacker moved to the Major League Soccer, signing for three-time MLS winners Columbus Crew.

Ibrahim Aliyu joins Dynamo Houston

In an official statement by the club, La Naranja announced they’ve secured Aliyu’s services for $250,000, plus an additional $500k in performance-based add-ons.

“We are pleased to welcome Aliyu Ibrahim back to Houston, where he played an important role during two successful seasons with our club,” said Dynamo Houston President Pat Onstad.

“As we continue evolving our system this season, we are looking to add depth to our wingback group, and Aliyu has the qualities to thrive in that role.

“His ability to cover ground, attack space and contribute on both sides of the ball fits well with the expectations of our wide players.

“We look forward to welcoming him and his family back to the city of Houston,” the former Canada goalkeeper concluded.

The Nigerian striker could make his Dynamo debut on Saturday, when Houston hosts the Portland Timbers.