After stellar displays for Club Brugge and the Super Eagles, the Nigerian deep lying playmaker is attracting interest from top flight clubs.
Nigeria’s rising midfield powerhouse, Raphael Onyedika, is once again making headlines. But this time the focus is not just his performances, it is the wave of interest coming in for the Super Eagles ace from Europe’s biggest clubs.
The 24‑year‑old Nigerian, currently plying his trade at Belgium’s Club Brugge, has become one of the most‑talked‑about midfielders in the continent thanks to his consistent displays both domestically and on the European stage.
Sources report that Onyedika has made a strategic change in his representation as he prepares for what promises to be a busy summer transfer window. According to reports, the change of agent signals his intention to step up to a major club.
Multiple suitors have already been linked. In England, West Ham United is said to have entered the race for his signature. Italian giants AC Milan are likewise reported to have opened discussions with Brugge, though an earlier bid around €18 million was turned down. Meanwhile, a German Bundesliga side, Eintracht Frankfurt has joined interest in the Nigerian international, reportedly ready to meet the club’s valuation.
Club Brugge appear to be valuing Onyedika in the region of around €20 million (or higher), a figure that reflects how his stock has risen. His current contract runs until 2027, but Brugge may be open to a sale if the valuation is met.
For Nigeria, this is an encouraging development: Onyedika’s rise exemplifies the pathway from local talent to international prominence that many young African players aspire to. His achievements with Club Brugge (including domestic titles) bolster his credentials and reinforce his value to the national side.
As the story develops, key questions remain: which club will win the race? Will Onyedika commit to a move this summer? And how will the transfer impact his role with the Super Eagles in upcoming fixtures?
For now, Nigerian fans can take pride in one of their own being at the centre of such major European interest and we at Hot sports scoops will be keeping a close watch as the next chapter unfolds.
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