Nigerian transfer news: Ndidi to Al Diriyah, Shooting Stars’ big change & other Super Eagles latest updates

There are some new updates in the Nigerian transfer news, and you can keep in touch with everything here.

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Super Eagles hopeful Zadok Yohanna completed his transfer to Brighton in June, and he made his debut for the club in a pre-season friendly against Roma on Saturday. The 19-year-old winger was introduced into the game in the 60th minute, and he had a decent showing.

Zadok Yohanna vs Roma today. pic.twitter.com/AAHijVE2Gd

— Naija Ballers (@9ja_Ballers) August 8, 2026

Nigerian fans will be hoping that the transfer pans out well and Yohanna will go on to impress in the upcoming season.

Meanwhile, we will update you on some other updates concerning Nigerian players below.

Wilfred Ndidi To Al Diriyah?

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is one of the top candidates to leave Besiktas this summer, and he has been linked to several clubs this summer.

The 29-year-old midfielder has been linked with Manchester United, and Saudi Arabian top-flight clubs like Al Ittihad and Al Diriyah. But it now appears that Al Diriyah is a more likely destination for the Super Eagles star. Read more here.

Will Victor Boniface Leave Bayer Leverkusen This Summer?

Super Eagles Eagles striker Victor Boniface spent last season on loan at Werder Bremen, but that stint turned out to be a disappointment, as he spent most of his time on the sidelines due to a knee injury.

He was one of the first players to return for pre-season at the club. But he might end up being the third-choice striker at the club next season, as new coach Carles Martinez Novell has used him sparingly this summer. As such, he might have to look elsewhere is he wants to be a consistent starter next season. Read more.

Shooting Stars’ Big Change

Nigeria Premier Football League club Shooting Stars have been very busy in the transfer market this summer. They have signed many Nigeria players, but there is set to be a managerial change.

This comes as the club has confirmed the sack of coach Nurudeen Aweroro. The tactician led the club to a third-place finish in the NPFL last season, securing their first continental football ticket after a 27-year wait. Read more.