Nigerian transfer news: Marseille want Nigerian star, Awoniyi & other Super Eagles updates

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The market is still open, with several deals going down everyday. So if you want to stay up-to-date with the latest Nigerian transfer news, just stay here on Afrik-foot.

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Over the next two weeks, clubs will start processing deals faster, and this would see several players changing clubs soon. Nigerian players will definitely be part of the madness.

Super Eagles transfer news today
Super Eagles transfer news today. (Photos by Imago)

Some of the key players to watch out for are Victor Osimhen, Chidera Ejuke, George Ilenikhena, Chibuike Nwaiwu, Joe Aribo, Femi Azeez, and Wilfred Ndidi.

Meanwhile, over the last 24 hours, there have been some new developments. Check below.

Nottingham Forest Confirm Taiwo Awoniyi’s Exit

Coventry City set to sign Taiwo Awoniyi - Nigerian transfer news
Coventry City set to sign Taiwo Awoniyi. Copyright: Imago

On Saturday, news broke that Taiwo Awoniyi was set to leave Nottingham Forest for Coventry City. This came as a surprise, as there wasn’t any speculation before the move.

Although neither Coventry City nor Nottingham Forest gave confirmed Awoniyi’s exit, the former gave him a guard of honour before their pre-season friendly game against Brest on Sunday, which is a sign that the Super Eagles striker is leaving. Read more here.

Marseille Linked With Nigeria-eligible Goalkeeper

Torwart Noah Atubolu SC Freiburg
Torwart Noah Atubolu SC Freiburg. Photo by IMAGO

Super Eagles-eligible goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has one year left on his contract at Freiburg, but he has been pushing for a move away from the club this summer.

As a result, he has not participated in any of the club’s pre-season games. He has been linked to several clubs this summer like Bournemouth, Juventus, and Napoli. But now, Marseille have entered the mix. Read more here.

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