The summer transfer window has opened, and clubs worldwide are actively seeking to strengthen their squads, while players are looking for new challenges in preparation for the upcoming season. Nigerian footballers are among the highly sought-after players in this transfer window. Transfermarkt, a renowned platform providing information on football players globally, has released its latest transfer values for Nigerian footballers. Here are the top 10 most valuable Nigerian players:
1. Victor Osimhen – €120 million
The 24-year-old Napoli striker, known for his exceptional finishing, tops the list with a value exceeding €100 million. Osimhen played a key role in guiding Napoli to their first league title in over three decades, winning the Golden Boot in the Serie A with a record-breaking 26 goals in 32 appearances. He is highly sought after by top clubs worldwide, including Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid.
2. Ademola Lookman – €30 million
The 25-year-old Atlanta BC winger, who recently switched his allegiance to Nigeria, had an impressive season, contributing 13 goals and 8 assists in 31 appearances. Lookman’s performances have caught the attention of several top clubs.
3. Alex Iwobi – €28 million
The 25-year-old Everton midfielder played a crucial role in helping his club avoid relegation, scoring 2 goals and providing 7 assists in the Premier League. Negotiations for a new contract are underway as Iwobi enters the last 12 months of his current deal.
4. Wilfred Ndidi – €25 million
The Leicester midfielder, valued at €25 million, is a key player for the club. Despite their relegation last season, Ndidi’s future in the Premier League remains uncertain, with other teammates already departing for top-flight clubs.
5. Taiwo Awoniyi – €25 million
The Nottingham Forest striker played a crucial role in his club’s battle against relegation, scoring important goals against top clubs. Awoniyi joined the club from Union Berlin last season and made a significant impact, netting 10 goals in 27 appearances.
6. Samuel Chukwueze – €20 million
The 24-year-old Villarreal winger had an impressive season, contributing 6 goals and 5 assists in 37 appearances. Chukwueze’s contract is set to expire in the next 12 months, and he has been linked with moves to top clubs like Real Madrid and AC Milan.
7. Gift Orban – €20 million
The 20-year-old Gent striker had a stellar season, guiding his club to a top-5 finish in the league. Orban scored an impressive 20 goals in 22 appearances, attracting interest from other clubs.
8. Terem Moffi – €20 million
The OGC Nice forward played a vital role in his club’s top-10 finish, registering 6 goals and 3 assists in 16 appearances. Moffi’s performances have drawn attention, and clubs are monitoring his progress.
9. Kelechi Iheanacho – €18 million
Despite Leicester’s relegation last season, Iheanacho showcased his talent with 5 goals and 5 assists in 28 Premier League appearances. Like his teammates, he is being pursued by other Premier League clubs.
10. Umar Sadiq – €18 million
The Real Sociedad striker, transferred from UD Almeria last season, made a significant impact with 3 goals in 6 matches before suffering an injury that kept him sidelined. The 24-year-old is on the road to recovery.
As the transfer window progresses, these Nigerian players are likely to attract significant interest from clubs worldwide, making them valuable assets in the football market.
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