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target=_blank>Full list of Nigerian footballers who moved during winter transfer window
For Nigerian footballers, the winter transfer window has increasingly become a season of opportunity rather than caution; and January 2026 proved exactly that.
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target=_blank>Nigerian-American driver Ugochukwu wins Formula Regional title
Former McLaren development driver Ugo Ugochukwu has won the Formula Regional Oceania Trophy, just three months after parting ways with the Formula 1 team.
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target=_blank>Joe Aribo joins Leicester City on loan
Aribo adds proven Premier League and Championship pedigree to Leicester’s ranks, having previously turned out for Southampton and Scottish giants Rangers.
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target=_blank>Côte d’Ivoire forward Adingra heads to Monaco on loan
The 24-year-old made 73 appearances for Brighton before joining Sunderland last summer.
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target=_blank>FIFA president Infantino defends giving peace prize to Trump
Infantino was widely criticised for giving Trump the honour on behalf of his governing body at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC in December.
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target=_blank>Mateta move to Milan hampered by medical concerns – Report
The France striker was left out of Palace’s squad for their Premier League draw with Nottingham Forest on Sunday, in anticipation of a transfer to Milan.
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target=_blank>Photos: Lookman unveiled as Atletico Madrid player
Atletico Madrid unveiled Ademola Lookman as their newest signing on Monday, confirming an agreement with Atalanta for the transfer of the Nigerian international winger.
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target=_blank>‘Your energy meant everything’, Lookman bids farewell to Atalanta
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has announced his departure from Atalanta, bringing to an end a memorable four-year spell with the Serie A club.
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target=_blank>FIFA President Infantino apologises for jokes about British fans
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has apologised for comments he made about British football supporters, which drew criticism from fan groups.
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target=_blank>5 African countries with most CAF accredited stadiums
African football infrastructure is gaining increasing global recognition as more countries invest heavily in modern stadiums that meet the Confederation of African Football (CAF) requirements.
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target=_blank>EPL: Rooney names two best signings this season
Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has named the two best signings in the Premier League this season. The winter transfer window ended on Monday night, and several players joined different clubs. Similarly, the summer transfer window was concluded last year, and several players also moved to different clubs. However, speaking on The Wayne Rooney show,
EPL: Rooney names two best signings this season
target=_blank>Transfer: Atletico Madrid fans excited with Lookman’s signing – La Liga expert
La Liga expert, Phil Kitromilides has weighed in on Ademola Lookman’s transfer to Atletico Madrid. Lookman joined Atletico Madrid on a permanent transfer from Serie A club, Atalanta on Monday. Atalanta reportedly received around €40m as transfer fee from the Spanish club. The 28-year-old will be second Nigerian to wear the colour of Atletico following
Transfer: Atletico Madrid fans excited with Lookman’s signing – La Liga expert
target=_blank>Transfer: Clubs that spent most this winter window Top 10
The clubs that spent most during the winter transfer window have been revealed. This follows the end of the winter transfer window in Europe’s top five leagues on Monday night. According to the Transfermarket, Manchester City topped the list after securing the signing of Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi from Bournemouth and Crystal Palace, respectively.
Transfer: Clubs that spent most this winter window Top 10
target=_blank>Transfer: ‘So sad, its a set back’ – Ikpeba on Onyeka’s move to Coventry City
Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba is not celebrating Frank Onyeka’s transfer from Brentford to Coventry City. Coventry City are currently leading the Championship as they are tied on point with Middlesbrough. Ikpeba said this move is a step back for a player of Onyeka’s calibre. The Brentford midfielder finished his transfer to
Transfer: ‘So sad, its a set back’ – Ikpeba on Onyeka’s move to Coventry City
target=_blank>Transfer: PSG coach, Diakhaby moves to Liverpool
Coach of Paris Saint-Germain, Bafodé Diakhaby, has left the club for Liverpool. Before this, the club had fired set-piece coach, Aaron Briggs halfway through the season, during which the Reds had the worst set-piece performance in Europe’s top five leagues. Liverpool have let in 12 goals from set plays this season, including one from a
Transfer: PSG coach, Diakhaby moves to Liverpool
target=_blank>NPFL: Babaganaru optimistic Kano Pillars will escape relegation
Kano Pillars technical adviser, Muhammed Babaganaru has expressed optimism that his team will escape relegation in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. The Sai Masu Gida currently occupy 19th position on the NPFL table with 25 points from 24 matches. Kano Pillars suffered a 2-0 defeat to Rangers in their last league fixture
NPFL: Babaganaru optimistic Kano Pillars will escape relegation
target=_blank>Transfer: Clubs Cristiano Ronaldo could join as player goes on strike at Al-Nassr
Portuguese football superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to join his top rival, Lionel Messi, in the Major League Soccer after he refused to play for his current team, Al-Nassr. Five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Ronaldo has kept up his incredible goal-scoring pace since moving to Al-Nassr in 2023, scoring 117 goals in 113 games. A 40-year-old
Transfer: Clubs Cristiano Ronaldo could join as player goes on strike at Al-Nassr
target=_blank>Man Utd confirm deal for Jacob Devaney, recall Moorhouse from loan
Manchester United, on Monday, confirmed that midfielder, Jacob Devaney has joined Scottish Premiership side St Mirren on loan for the remainder of the season. Devaney will gain senior experience with the Paisley club, having impressed for the Red Devils’ Under-21s this season. The 18-year-old has been ever-present in Premier League 2, captaining Man United in
Man Utd confirm deal for Jacob Devaney, recall Moorhouse from loan
target=_blank>Transfer: Ronaldo’s release clause revealed amid uncertain future with Al Nassr
Al Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, reportedly has a release clause in his current contract. The 40-year-old is currently on strike and did not play in Monday’s Saudi Pro League fixture against Al Riyadh. Ronaldo could considering quitting the club in June and his options include a move to the Major Soccer League, MLS, or a
Transfer: Ronaldo’s release clause revealed amid uncertain future with Al Nassr
target=_blank>Done Deal: Ogundu moves from Turkey to Bundesliga
Nigerian striker, Uchenna Ogundu has joined Bundesliga club, Augsburg on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports. The 19-year-old linked up with Augsburg from Turkish Super Lig club, Alanyaspor. Ogundu signed a long-term contract with FCA until June 30, 2031. It has been a remarkable rise for the youngster, who only joined Alanyaspor from another Turkish
Done Deal: Ogundu moves from Turkey to Bundesliga
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