Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have confirmed the signing of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade on a free transfer, bringing the Super Falcons forward to the French capital on a deal until June 2027.
The 25-year-old joins after leaving Atletico Madrid, where she spent close to five years, winning the Copa de la Reina and the Supercopa de España.
Ajibade’s move makes her the sixth Nigerian to represent PSG, following in the footsteps of Jay-Jay Okocha, Godwin Okpara, Bartholomew Ogbeche, Nicole Payne and her new teammate Jennifer Echegini.
Ajibade began her career at Robo Queens in Lagos, where her goals helped the club avoid relegation in 2017, earning her Player of the Season honours.
A year later, she secured a move to Norway with Avaldsnes, scoring 12 goals in 39 games before switching to Spain in 2020.
At Atletico Madrid, her versatility across the forward line, energy, and knack for crucial goals established her as one of the standout African players in Europe.
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade. Photo Credit: PSG Feminines/X
On the international stage, Ajibade has 20 goals in 38 senior appearances for Nigeria. She first captained her country at U-17 level and went on to win the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in 2018.
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She was top scorer at the 2022 edition and was also named in the team of the tournament. Last month, she guided the Super Falcons to their record-extending 10th continental title, finishing as Player of the Tournament.
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade. Photo Credit: PSG Feminines/X
Her arrival strengthens a PSG Féminines side determined to wrestle the Division 1 Féminine crown from Lyon, who remain the dominant force in French women’s football.
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Known for her leadership, pressing, and creativity, Ajibade is expected to play a central role as PSG push for domestic and European success.
