Nigeria international Rasheedat Ajibade is set to leave Atlético Madrid at the end of June and will delay deciding on her next club until after the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The 25-year-old forward played her final match for the Spanish Liga F side in a recent fixture against champions Barcelona, bringing an end to a four-year spell in the Spanish capital.
Ajibade, who captains the Super Falcons, has received interest from clubs abroad, including a reported offer from a team in the American National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).
However, she is understood to be prioritising her national team duties before committing to a new club.
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The former FC Robo Queens star will lead Nigeria at WAFCON in Morocco, where the Super Falcons are aiming to secure a record-extending 10th continental title.
Super Falcons Captain Rasheedat Ajibade. Photo Credit: Justina Anieifok
Ajibade joined Atlético in 2021 from Norwegian side Avaldsnes and has since won the Copa de la Reina and the Supercopa de España. Her dynamic performances and leadership on and off the pitch have earned her recognition as one of Africa’s top footballers.
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Further interest in the forward is expected in the coming weeks as clubs across Europe and the United States continue to monitor her situation.
