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New stories in football transfers and FIBA Olympics pre-qualification tournament.

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Napoli’s president makes huge Osimhen move to Saudi Arabia statement.

Victor Osimhen has proven to be one of Europe’s most lethal striker and with the current wave of transfers between European clubs and Saudi Arabia, it is no shock that the Saudi pro league is looking to make a big money move for the striker. Reports suggested that Al Hilal was presenting a mega deal worth over €100 million for the transfer of the Napoli target man. However, Napoli’s president, De Laurentiis, has in a statement, signaled that Osimhen is the team’s untouchable, claiming that the €100 million will only get bidders Osimhen’s boot.

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Kelechi Iheanacho scores stunner in Carabao Cup first round.

Leicester City experienced one of their biggest setback by relegating back to the championship. Despite this, Nigerian forward, Kelechi Iheanacho is showing no sign of slowing down his form as he starts the season, scoring a wonder goal in the first round of the Carabao Cup versus Burton Albion. In the 2-0 win, Iheanacho opened the scoring with a cheeky back heel finish. Also assisting his countryman, Wilfred Ndidi, he was named the man of the match. He will be hoping to continue this goal scoring form and inspire the team back to a premier league return.

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Chimezie Metu returns to Nigeria for Olympics pre-qualifying tournament.

Phoenix Suns have just announced that their big man, Chimezie Metu has returned to Nigeria in preparation for the FIBA Olympics pre-qualification tournament which is set to be hosted in Nigeria. In the statement, it was revealed that the big man had committed to playing in the competition which will hold in Lagos. The D’Tigers’ captain signed a one year contract with the Phoenix Suns last month and will be looking to inspire his countryside to a successful tournament before returning to the NBA.

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Neymar and PSG working on best possible solution to part ways.

Brazil international, Neymar Jr became the most expensive player in the world after his transfer from Barca to the Ligue 1 giant. Despite huge promises from the multiple Balon d’or nominee, his injury-ridden career has been an impediment to him reaching his full potential. After offloading Lionel Messi, PSG are now looking to also sell Neymar, to again balance their wage structure. Reports now indicate that he might be moving to the MLS or Saudi Arabia.

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Fenerbahçe and Manchester United agree to transfer deal for Fred.

Manchester United seems to be offloading certain players that do not fit into Eric ten Hag’s vision, as they continue their rebuild process. After their proposal of €10 million was rejected, Fenerbahçe resent another proposal worth about €15 million for the transfer of the midfielder. With a verbal agreement between United and Fenerbahçe reached, the Brazil midfielder will be on his way to Turkey for his medical and sign his contract. United will be looking to replace Fred with Fiorentina’s midfielder, Sofyan Amrabat.

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