David Okoronkwo, Author at The Athletic NG

Victor Osimhen set for medicals after Napoli make shocking transfer u-turn

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is set to undergo a medical examination at Napoli between July 14-15, ahead of the club’s pre-season...

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Kwara State governor congratulates Harmony Boys on President’s Cup Victory

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed overwhelming joy as Kwara United Football Club won the 2025 President’s Federation Cup, marking the...

Victor Osimhen rejects Al Hilal offer despite Napoli agreeing €75m fee. Nigerian striker prioritises return to top European football.

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Transfer

Premier League clubs learn Victor Osimhen’s new Napoli release clause

The transfer saga surrounding Nigerian international Victor Osimhen has taken a new turn, with Napoli planning to increase their asking price for...

Victor Boniface has announced his retirement from international football following Nigeria’s Super Eagles draw against Russia in Moscow.

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Victor Boniface’s Bayer Leverkusen future uncertain as Erik Ten Hag begins major reforms

The future of Nigerian international Victor Boniface at Bayer Leverkusen has been thrown into doubt following the appointment of Erik Ten Hag...

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Transfer

Burnley and two other clubs join race for Super Eagles Frank Onyeka

Industrious Super Eagles star, Frank Onyeka is attracting growing interest from top European clubs. Fiorentina, Stuttgart, and newly promoted Burnley are all...

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Nigerian Players Abroad

River Plate youngster sends heartfelt message to world cup-bound Flying Eagles

River Plate’s teenage forward Jonathan Spiff Asuzu has declared his intention to represent Nigeria at the FIFA U20 World Cup, turning down...

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Two top coaches make personal appeal to sign Victor Osimhen this summer

Two high-profile managers are reportedly making personal appeal to sign Nigeria and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen within the next 48 hours. Galatasaray...

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Nigerian Players Abroad

Nigeria-eligible goalkeeper breaks Manuel Neuer’s record, eyes U21 Euro title with Germany

Nigeria Football Federation target Noah Atubolu has made history by breaking Manuel Neuer’s record for the most appearances for Germany’s U21 team....