Nigerian transfer news: Atleti’s decision on Osimhen, Bewene’s new deal & other Super Eagles updates

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There are some fresh updates in and around the Nigerian transfer news today, and you can stay in touch with everything here.

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Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare completed his loan transfer from Wolverhampton Wanderers to Ajax last week, and he has quickly joined his new teammates. He was part of their matchday squad for their UEFA Conference League game against Shelbourne on Thursday, but he did not feature as his side won 3-1.

UEFA Conference League play-off football . Match between Ajax and Shelbourne FC , Picture shows Ajax player Tolu Arokodare Ajax.
Ajax player Tolu Arokodare. Copyright: Imago

Arokodare’s move to Ajax is one of the top moves involving Super Eagles players this summer. Below, we will provide updates on some of the happening in the last 24 hours.

Atletico Madrid Take Decision On Victor Osimhen

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been linked with a transfer to the top three Spanish clubs Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid. But of the three, Atleti appears to be his more likely destination.

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen
Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Copyright: xxYagizxGurtugx IMAGO

On Wednesday, news broke that Osimhen had decided to take a pay cut so as to facilitate a transfer to Atletico Madrid. Recall that the Nigerian’s wages has been a major roadblock so far. But Atleti have taken a surprise stance as regards the transfer. Read more.

No Banik Ostrava Exit For Abdullahi Bewene

Super Eagles midfielder Abdullahi Bewene first burst onto the limelight this year with his impressive displays for Nigeria and his Czech club Banik Ostrava.

Abdullahi Bewene in the Nigerian transfer news
Abdullahi Bewene. Copyright: ImagoxMaciejxRogowskix

As a result, he has attracted significant interest this summer. Sides like Club Brugge, Le Havre, and Slavia Prague have been linked with the 21-year-old’s services, but it appears that none of the talk will materialize this summer due to his recent contract extension. Read more here.

The transfer window in most parts of Europe is expected to close early next month, so more deals will start happening rapidly in the coming days.

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Kelvin Omachonu is a sports writer covering Nigeria, with 6 years in sports media and a Reuters Digital Journalism certification. A bettor for 7 years, he specialises in football and basketball odds and responsible gambling, and has used operators including Bet9ja, SportyBet, Betano and 1xBet.