Super Eagles defender Jordan Torunarigha is poised to leave Belgian club KAA Gent this summer, with a host of European sides keen on securing his signature.
The 26-year-old has impressed since joining Gent from Hertha Berlin in 2022, initially on loan before completing a permanent move. His performances have not gone unnoticed, with several clubs across the continent vying for his services.
According to Italian publication Tuttosport, Premier League side West Ham United are among the teams interested in Torunarigha, with Serie A duo Monza and Bologna also in the running. The centre-back has previously been linked with Torino, Crystal Palace, Leeds United, Hoffenheim, and VfB Stuttgart.
Earlier in January, Torunarigha was linked with a move to VfB Stuttgart as a replacement for Dan-Axel Zagadou, who had torn his cruciate ligament, but the deal did not materialise
Gent ready to let go of German-born fringe Super Eagles player
The Buffalos are open to selling the Nigeria international, whose contract expires in June 2025, and are believed to value him at between €7m and €8m. However, his current absence from the team due to a minor injury has not deterred potential suitors.
Jordan Torunarigha has been a key player for Gent, making 104 appearances and winning the Belgian Cup in 2022. His versatility and experience make him an attractive proposition for clubs looking to strengthen their defensive options.
The defender’s future will be a subject of intense speculation in the coming weeks as the transfer window heats up.
The one-cap Super Eagles stopper has been sidelined recently due to a minor injury, missing Gent's matches against Víkingur in the UEFA Conference League qualifiers and subsequent league games against KV Kortrijk and FCV Dender EH.
His absence from the team due to an injury, has not deterred potential suitors from registering interest in him.
