Transfer Updates: Onuachu Joins Trabzonspor, Onyeka Attracts European Interest, Yaya Toure Set For First Coaching Job

Southampton have confirmed that Nigeria international Paul Onuachu has sealed a permanent move to Turkish Süper Lig club Trabzonspor.

The Saints made the announcement on Friday via their official website, stating that both clubs had reached an agreement for the 31-year-old’s transfer.

Onuachu spent the 2023/24 season on loan at Trabzonspor, where he impressed with 15 goals in 21 league appearances.

The towering forward, who managed just four goals in 40 matches during his time with Southampton, now returns to Turkey to link up with fellow Nigerian Anthony Nwakaeme.

Frank Onyeka Weighing Options Amidst Club Interest

Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka is attracting serious interest from Burnley, Fiorentina, and Stuttgart, with several other clubs reportedly monitoring his situation.

The 27-year-old Nigeria international, who spent last season on loan at Bundesliga side Augsburg, is uncertain about his next move.

With manager Thomas Frank departing for Tottenham Hotspur, Onyeka is reportedly waiting for Brentford to appoint a new boss before deciding his future.

The defensive midfielder has a year left on his contract, and according to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, he may not be willing to renew it.

Yaya Toure Poised for First Managerial Role at Daring Brussels

Ivorian football legend Yaya Toure is set to take his first steps into football management with Belgian second-division club Daring Brussels, according to reports from Sport.

Toure, 42, currently serves as assistant coach with the Saudi Arabian national team under Herve Renard. The former Manchester City star has previously held assistant roles at Standard Liège, Akhmat Grozny, and Tottenham U-16s.

The potential appointment at Daring Brussels, owned by Crystal Palace shareholder John Textor, would mark the Ivorian’s first head coaching job since retiring from football in 2019.

Rangers in Talks to Sign Inter Lagos Defender Akintola Samson

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) giants Rangers are in advanced negotiations to sign Akintola Wale Samson from Nigeria National League side Inter Lagos.

The highly-rated centre-back, who is currently the vice-captain of his club, is being lined up as a replacement for Ifeanyi Onyebuchi, who could be on his way to NPFL champions Remo Stars or a move abroad.

Rangers, who endured a disappointing campaign last season, are hoping to bolster their defence with a two-year deal reportedly on the table for the young defender.

Plateau United Close to Appointing Aliyu Zubairu as Technical Adviser

Plateau United are on the verge of naming Aliyu Zubairu as their new technical adviser, according to Daily Post.

Zubairu recently departed El-Kanemi Warriors after his two-year contract expired and currently heads Nigeria’s U-20 team, the Flying Eagles.

He is expected to replace Mbwas Mangut, who has managed the club for the past two seasons.

Plateau United are undergoing a major restructuring as they prepare for the upcoming season, including plans to appoint a new general manager.

AC Milan Eye Tolu Arokodare as Origi Replacement

AC Milan are targeting Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare to bolster their attack under new manager Massimiliano Allegri, according to Tuttosport.

The Rossoneri are keen to offload Belgium international Divock Origi and bring in Arokodare, who finished as the top scorer in the Belgian Pro League last season with 23 goals and seven assists for KRC Genk.

The 24-year-old has also been linked with Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Manchester United. He joined Genk from French side Amiens in January 2023 for €5 million.