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Granada has announced the signing of highly rated Nigerian striker, Chinaza Marvellous Onouha Okonyia, who scthereby enhancing their squad with a promising young attacking talent.

The forward, born in 2005, joins the team following an impressive season with UP Plasencia, where he played a crucial role in the club’s successful promotion campaign.

The Cáceres-based team secured the championship title in the Primera Extremeña, which granted them a spot in the Tercera RFEF, with Chinaza standing out as one of the key performers throughout the season.

The Nigerian forward had a remarkable season, netting 34 goals in all competitions.

This total comprised 23 goals in league matches, seven in the Copa Extremadura, and four during the two promotion playoff games.

His remarkable consistency in scoring allowed him to finish as the top scorer in the division, achieving 23 goals in 23 league appearances and maintaining an impressive one-goal-per-game ratio.

His contributions were instrumental in UP Plasencia’s successful promotion effort.

Chinaza will start his journey with Granada by joining the club’s reserve team, which faced challenges in their attacking performance last season.

Transfer: Granada sign 34-goal Nigerian striker, Chinaza

Super Eagles forward, Tolu Arokodare, has been advised to begin seeking new opportunities elsewhere following the signing of Mexican striker, Raul Jimenez, by Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Chris Gallagher said that the arrival of the North American player could signify the end  of Arokodare’s stay at Wolves.

Arokodare joined Wolverhampton Wanderers after a successful period in Belgium, where he netted 23 goals and provided seven assists in 45 matches across all competitions.

Nevertheless, the Nigerian international was unable to replicate that success in the Premier League, as Wolves faced a disappointing season that culminated in relegation to the Championship.

In his article for Football League World, Gallagher suggested that Arokodare’s difficulties might have arisen from the club’s failure to effectively leverage his strengths, noting that the Super Eagles talent could regain his top form in the Championship.

He said, “It could be argued that Wolves didn’t play to Arokodare’s strengths, and, in the Championship he could be more effective.

“But, with Raul Jimenez joining, the Mexican is certain to be the main number nine. Plus, Sasa Kalajdzic is back at the club, and Peixoto may want to bring in his own players,” he added. 

Transfer: Super Eagles Tolu Arokodare told to leave Wolves

Scottish side, Celtic may encounter challenges in retaining Kelechi Iheanacho in their squad next season as the club’s option to extend his contract for an additional season has lapsed, resulting in uncertainty regarding the future of the Super Eagles striker.

The 29-year-old was not present when the Scottish champions resumed pre-season training at Lennoxtown. According to The Scottish Sun, Iheanacho is currently in Nigeria, training on his own while he seeks clarity about his next steps.

The Super Eagles forward, who has previously played for Manchester City and Leicester City, is interested in staying at Parkhead after making a significant impact during Celtic’s title-winning season.

Celtic boss, Manager Martin O’Neill is also reportedly keen to keep him on the team.

Nevertheless, no formal negotiations have occurred regarding a new contract, which heightens the uncertainty surrounding the striker’s future with Celtic.

As Iheanacho is now a free agent, Turkish clubs have already started to make attractive offers in an attempt to secure his services.

Transfer: Celtic set to lose Iheanacho as Turkish clubs offer big money

Sunderland captain, Granit Xhaka, could be set for a shock move to Chelsea this summer.

According to the Daily Mail, the Blues are keen on signing the Swiss midfielder.

The Black Cats are however insisting that Xhaka is not for sale and they have not received any offers.

Xhaka played for new Chelsea manager, Xabi Alonso, at Bayer Leverkusen and the new boss is looking to add players with proven Premier League experience.

However, Xhaka turns 34 in September, so Chelsea would not want to pay too much.

He is under contract at the Stadium of Light until 2028 but is understood to be keen on linking up again with Alonso and being part of a new project.

Sunderland signed him for £13million last summer and he played a key part in keeping the club in the Premier League.

Transfer: Xhaka in shock move to Chelsea after Xabi Alonso’s demand

Ligue 1 club Stade Rennes have joined the list of clubs interested in Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez, DAILY POST reports.

Fernandez, who arrived Ibrox last summer from League One club Peterborough United for around £3.5m has developed into one of the best defenders in Europe.

The 24-year-old won Rangers’ Player of the Season award , and was also named in the Scottish Premiership Team of the Season.

The centre-back has also earned recognition at the international level with three caps already for Nigeria.

According to Ouest-France, Fernandez is on  Rennes’ three-man shortlist of defensive targets.

Feyenoord, Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund among the clubs tracking the Nigeria international.

Transfer: Ligue 1 club plot move for Fernandez

Turkish club Trabzonspor are interested in Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi, DAILY POST reports.

Durosinmi joined Italian club, Pisa from Czech outfit Viktoria Plzen in January.

The 23-year-old is however seeking an exit from the Pisa after six months following their relegation from Serie A.

According reports emanating from Turkey, Trabzonspor have made contact with Pisa  in respect of the big striker.

Durosinmi has a  transfermarkt value of €7 million.

He has a contract with Pisa until June 2030.

Transfer: Trabzonspor interested in Super Eagles striker

Former England defender, Micah Richards, has made a u-turn and is now backing France to win the 2026 World Cup.

Les Bleus finished their group stage with a convincing 4-1 win over Norway.

Didier Dechamps won the tournament in 2018 and lost to Argentina in the 2022 final.

France are now set to face Sweden in the round of 32 on June 30 in New York, with a potential last-16 clash with Germany awaiting them.

Richards said on The Rest Is Football podcast: “I said Spain would win the World Cup, but I’m telling you now, France.

“I’ve seen teams play well, I’ve seen teams be organised, in the low-block.

“Argentina are playing for Messi, Morocco look strong, England looked really good against Croatia in that second, but a team that can turn it on – I’ve not seen a team like France.

“So I think they are now my favourites.”

2026 World Cup: They’re favourites – Micah Richards names team to win trophy

Wikki Tourists midfielder, Jonathan Mairiga is a subject of interest from three Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, clubs, DAILY POST reports.

The top clubs vying for the signature of the player are Rivers United, Barau FC and Shooting Stars.

Mairiga recorded 14 goals for Wikki Tourists in the 2025-26 season.

He also helped the Bauchi Elephants reached the quarter-final of the President Federation Cup.

According to reports, the three clubs have already inquired about the availability of Mairiga.

Rivers United and Shooting Stars are in the forefront to sign him as they will be playing on the continent next season.

Mairiga is expected to make a final decision on his next move before the start of the 2026-27 campaign.

NPFL: Rivers United, 3SC, Barau FC battle for Mairiga

Niger Tornadoes FC have signed winger, Yusuf Fantami from Doma United for the 2026-27 campaign, DAILY POST reports.

Fantami joined the Ikon Allah Boys on a two-year contract.

He played a key role in Doma United’s promotion back to the NPFL last season.

Fantami’s arrival will give Niger Tornadoes more options in attack.

He becomes one of several new faces as Niger Tornadoes reshape their squad for the new season.

It would be recalled that Niger Tornadoes have also raided Niger Tornadoes for the signing of Naziru Ibrahim.

NPFL: Yusuf Fantami joins Niger Tornadoes from Doma United

Malawi head coach, Lovemore Fazili, has named a 32-member provisional squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

The Scorchers will open camp for the competition at the Mpira Village in Blantyre on Sunday.

Fazil retained the core of the team that has represented the Scorchers throughout the year. 

Malawi will be making their maiden WAFCON appearance in Morocco.

The Scorchers have been drawn in Group C with defending champions Nigeria, Zambia and Egypt.

Malawi will face the Super Falcons in their opening fixture at Al Madina Stadium in Rabat, on Monday,  28 July.

WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons’ group opponents Malawi unveil provisional squad