Nigerian forward Paul Onuachu’s transfer to Trabzonspor is back on track after the Turkish club offered a player-plus-cash deal to Southampton. The 29-year-old striker has been linked to Trabzonspor for weeks, but the deal stalled due to disagreements over the transfer fee.
According to reports, Trabzonspor has offered a player-plus-cash deal worth €10 million, which includes the transfer of Turkish midfielder, Abdulkadir Parmak, to Southampton. The deal is believed to be acceptable to Southampton, and Onuachu is expected to undergo a medical in Turkey soon.
Onuachu’s transfer to Trabzonspor will be a significant boost to the Turkish club’s attacking options. The Nigerian striker has been in impressive form for Southampton, scoring 14 goals in 33 appearances last season.
Trabzonspor’s offer of a player-plus-cash deal is seen as a clever move by the Turkish club, as it allows them to stay within their budget while still securing the services of a top-class striker like Onuachu.
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The transfer is expected to be completed soon, with Onuachu set to join Trabzonspor on a three-year deal. The Nigerian striker will be hoping to make an immediate impact at his new club and help Trabzonspor challenge for domestic and European honors.
Super Eagles star Paul Onuachu celebrates after scoring for Trabzonspor last season.
In other transfer news, Kelechi Iheanacho’s debut for Sevilla FC may be delayed due to registration issues. The Nigerian striker joined Sevilla on a free transfer from Leicester City this summer, but the club’s failure to meet La Liga’s financial requirements for player registration has put his participation in doubt.
Meanwhile, Ademola Lookman’s Atalanta side lost 2-0 to Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup final, with Kylian Mbappe scoring the second goal. Lookman played a lively game, but his efforts were not enough to secure a win for Atalanta.
In other news, William Troost-Ekong and Moss have completed their move to Saudi Arabian side, Al-Khalood. The Nigerian defender joined Al-Khalood on a two-year deal and will be hoping to make an impact in the Saudi Pro League.
