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Victor Osimhen set for loan move to Galatasaray after Chelsea and Saudi links.

Galatasaray is negotiating a Loan move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, the Turkish Super Lig club announced. The 25-year-old Nigerian forward, who signed a contract extension with Napoli through 2026 and has a €130 million release clause, was expected to leave the club at the end of last season. Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis confirmed this, and Osimhen was excluded from Napoli’s Serie A squad for the current campaign. Although a transfer to Chelsea or Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli was anticipated, both deals fell through. As the Turkish transfer window remains open until September 18, Galatasaray still has the opportunity to finalize the loan deal. Osimhen’s 26 goals were instrumental in Napoli’s Scudetto win two seasons ago, but his situation has since become contentious.

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Mariam Eniola Bolaji becomes the first African to win para-badminton medal.

At the ongoing Paralympic Games in Paris, Nigerian para-badminton player Mariam Eniola Bolaji made history by becoming the first Nigerian and African athlete to win a medal in badminton. Bolaji secured the bronze medal in the women’s Singles SL3 category by defeating Ukraine’s Kozyna Oksana 21-9, 21-9 in the match early yesterday morning. Although Bolaji, who had hoped for gold, lost to China’s Zuxian Xiao in the semi-finals with scores of 16-21, 17-21, she bounced back to claim bronze. This achievement ends Nigeria’s recent medal Drought after disappointing performances at the Olympic Games and the World U-20 Athletics Championship. The 18-year-old athlete dedicated her victory to her late coach, Bello Oyebanji, and expressed gratitude for the support from her country and continent.

Al-Nassr terminates Alex Telles’ contract by mutual agreement.

Former Manchester United fullback, Alex Telles and Al-Nassr have mutually agreed to part ways after just one year. The former Manchester United full-back joined Al-Nassr last season for £4 million ($5.2 million), following a fall in his status under Erik ten Hag. Telles had signed a contract with the Saudi Pro League club in July, reportedly worth £7 million annually ($9.2 million). Over the past year, he made 38 appearances for the team, contributing five assists and scoring three goals. Despite these contributions, Al-Nassr’s coach Luis Castro has decided that Telles is surplus to requirements for the upcoming season, leading to the termination of his contract.

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Ferland Mendy leaves France training camp after muscle fatigue.

Real Madrid faces a new concern as left-back Ferland Mendy has been diagnosed with a strain in his right tibia. The French Football Federation issued a statement revealing that Mendy, who played from the start in Real Madrid’s La Liga match against Real Betis on Sunday, was assessed by French medical staff after joining international duty. It was determined that Mendy should return to Madrid for further evaluation by the club’s specialists. Although the initial diagnosis indicates a tibia strain, Real Madrid will perform their own tests to assess the injury’s severity. The 29-year-old will now focus on recovery in Spain, raising concerns over his availability for upcoming fixtures.

Nicolas Jackson extends his his contract with Chelsea until 2033.

Chelsea have extended Nicolas Jackson’s contract by two years, keeping the Senegalese striker at Stamford Bridge until 2033. The new deal reflects the club’s confidence in the £32m signing from Villarreal, who is now tied to Chelsea for a potential nine-year term. The extension comes after a failed move for Napoli’s Victor Osimhen on deadline day, solidifying Jackson’s role as Chelsea’s primary striker. Jackson, who turned 23 recently, scored 12 goals in 35 La Liga games with Villarreal and shows promise for further growth. If he fulfills his contract, he could spend a decade with Chelsea. With improved service, a 20-goal season in the Premier League could be within reach as Jackson continues to develop his game.

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