With the transfer window closing imminently, several Super Eagles players are poised for last-minute club changes…
In recent weeks, the global football scene has been abuzz with transfer activity. From Europe to Africa and South America, players have been on the move, reshaping squads worldwide.
Europe remains the epicenter of these high-profile transfers, where the most significant deals are unfolding.
The transfer market began cautiously but gained momentum mid-window. Now, as the deadline approaches, negotiations are accelerating rapidly, with clubs and players scrambling to finalize deals.
In the final hours, expect a surge of activity as clubs secure their targets and players push to complete their desired moves.
England’s Premier League and other top five European leagues will close their windows at 7 PM on Monday, with a brief extension for clubs finalizing ongoing deals. Meanwhile, leagues in Scotland and Turkey will keep their windows open for a few more days.
Several Super Eagles stars have been active this summer. While Victor Osimhen, Moses Simon, and Wilfred Ndidi have secured transfers, others remain in limbo as the deadline looms.
Here, Soccernet.ng spotlights nine Super Eagles players whose transfer futures are worth monitoring as the 2025 summer window draws to a close.
Ademola Lookman: A Summer of Uncertainty
Ademola Lookman’s summer has been fraught with challenges. Since February, it was understood that Atalanta had agreed to let him depart this summer. However, the club has been firm in negotiations, despite Lookman’s clear desire to move on.
After a 15-day strike, Lookman returned to training but remains sidelined, with no immediate path back into the team. Interest from Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur is strong, making him a key figure to watch as the window closes.
Joe Aribo: The Silent Saga at Southampton
Following Southampton’s relegation from the Premier League last season, Joe Aribo’s exit seemed inevitable. Yet, this summer has been unusually quiet regarding his future. Rumors link him to Rangers and clubs in the Turkish Süper Lig, but no concrete moves have materialized.
Coach Will Still has confirmed Aribo’s absence from matchday squads, emphasizing the need for clarity on his next destination. A last-minute transfer remains possible.
Christantus Uche: The Getafe Star in Demand
Christantus Uche has emerged as a pivotal figure at Getafe since his arrival last year. Recently, a €20 million offer from Wolverhampton Wanderers was accepted by Getafe, but personal terms stalled the transfer.
Getafe faces a registration dilemma, needing to offload key players to comply with LaLiga regulations. Uche, their most valuable asset, has suitors across the Premier League and Serie A, making his transfer imminent, though the final destination remains uncertain.
Kelechi Iheanacho: Seeking Playing Time
With limited opportunities at Sevilla, Kelechi Iheanacho is on the lookout for a club where he can secure regular minutes. Links to Samsunspor, Beşiktaş, and Real Oviedo have surfaced, but no deal has been finalized.
If no move materializes by the deadline, Iheanacho may find himself outside the top five European leagues this season.
Sadiq Umar: The Valencia Pursuit
Real Sociedad appears ready to part ways with Sadiq Umar, but the striker has struggled to secure a transfer despite interest from Rayo Vallecano, Valencia, Alavés, Elche, and Girona.
Valencia stands out as the most serious contender, with Sadiq keen on joining them. However, financial disagreements with Real Sociedad have delayed progress. Monday will be decisive for his future, with a potential move outside Spain looming if no agreement is reached.
Emmanuel Dennis: Searching for Stability
Emmanuel Dennis has faced a challenging period since joining Nottingham Forest from Watford in 2022. After a difficult debut season, he spent time on loan at Istanbul Başakşehir, Watford, and Blackburn Rovers, with limited success.
This summer, Dennis returned to Forest but has yet to train with the squad. The club has announced a mutual contract termination, freeing him to explore new opportunities. Italian clubs have shown interest, but any deal must be finalized before the window shuts.
Taiwo Awoniyi: Fighting for Game Time
Taiwo Awoniyi finds himself sidelined at Nottingham Forest, with three forwards ahead of him in the pecking order. Without a move, his chances of featuring this season are slim.
Though offers have been scarce, his representatives are actively seeking a loan deal to secure him playing time. Awoniyi remains a player to watch as the deadline approaches.
Raphael Onyedika: Poised for a Big Step
Since joining Club Brugge, Raphael Onyedika has impressed consistently, attracting attention from major European clubs. Reports indicate interest from Galatasaray and Eintracht Frankfurt.
With a valuation around €20 million, a transfer to Eintracht Frankfurt could be finalized imminently, marking a significant career advancement for the midfielder.
Victor Boniface: Navigating Uncertainty at Bayer Leverkusen
Victor Boniface’s future at Bayer Leverkusen is uncertain after a potential move to AC Milan collapsed last week. Currently out of favor with coach Erik Ten Hag, who himself faces job insecurity, Boniface’s prospects for regular playtime are limited.
While a coaching change could alter his situation, relying on such developments is risky. To maintain his trajectory in a top European league, Boniface may need to seek a transfer before the window closes.
Meanwhile, transfers for Samuel Chukwueze to Fulham and Tolu Arokodare to Wolverhampton Wanderers are nearing completion and expected to be announced shortly.
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