How Paul Onuachu can end Trabzonspor’s goal drought — 3 things he must do

Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has struggled to get off the mark for Trabzonspor so far this season, failing to score in each of his five appearances for the club, Afrik-Foot reports.

Onuachu entered the 2026-27 season with high expectations as he looked to lead a new-look Trabzonspor attack following the arrival of Egyptian superstar Mohamed Salah from Liverpool in a major deal.

However, the Nigerian striker has struggled to replicate the remarkable form he showed last season. The 32-year-old is yet to score in the five matches he has played for the Turkish club so far this campaign.

His poor start has already raised concerns, with some suggesting that the transfer speculation surrounding him during the summer may have affected his form.

Onuachu was linked with a move away from Trabzonspor throughout the summer, with several clubs reportedly showing interest in him. Interest from Saudi Arabia appeared to be particularly strong.

However, it now looks increasingly likely that the Super Eagles striker will remain at the club, with Trabzonspor showing their desire to keep him despite the renewed interest from other clubs.

How Paul Onuachu can end Trabzonspor’s goal drought

Trabzonspor face Genclerbirligi in their next encounter later today, and Paul Onuachu is once again expected to lead the line for the Turkish side.

The 32-year-old will be hoping to finally break his duck and score his first goal of the season. However, there are certain things he must do if he is to bring his goal drought to an end.

The first thing the Super Eagles striker must do is improve his movement inside the penalty area. Onuachu showed last season that he is capable of making intelligent runs and getting himself into good goalscoring positions. However, the arrival of several new players this season may have changed the rhythm and pattern of Trabzonspor’s attack.

He will need to find a way to adapt to the new system and build a better understanding with his teammates. If he can improve his movement and consistently get himself into dangerous positions, he should have a better chance of ending his goal drought.

Another important thing Onuachu must do is keep his focus on the game. The striker was heavily linked with a move away from Trabzonspor throughout the summer following his impressive performances last season. Such transfer speculation and uncertainty can sometimes affect a player’s concentration.

Not knowing whether he would remain at the club or leave before the end of the transfer window could have affected his preparations for the new season.

However, with his future now appearing to be clearer, Onuachu needs to focus fully on his performances and give his best for the club, irrespective of what happens later. He must also avoid allowing the pressure surrounding his future to affect him as he looks to keep hold of a regular place in the team.

One more thing Onuachu must do is make better use of the chances that come his way and improve his efficiency in front of goal.

Strikers will always miss opportunities, but with the pressure beginning to grow on the Nigerian forward, he now needs to be more clinical when chances come his way.

A better understanding with his teammates should also help him receive more quality opportunities. Onuachu has already shown throughout his career that he knows how to score goals, and he will need to rediscover that sharpness in front of goal.

If he can improve his movement, stay focused and make better use of his chances, the goals should eventually start coming again.

Onuachu will be hoping that luck finally shines on him when Trabzonspor face Genclerbirligi later today as he looks to open his account for the season.