Super Eagles Defender Nears Fulham Move

Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu is closing in on a permanent move to Premier League side Fulham, Completesports.com reports.

According to Sky Sport, Fulham have tabled a €27 million bid for the Nigerian centre-back, while Trabzonspor are holding out for €30 million.

The two clubs are believed to be close to reaching an agreement, with the transfer expected to be completed early next week.

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The 22-year-old is set to sign a four-year contract with the Cottagers once the deal is finalised.

Nwaiwu joined Trabzonspor from Austrian Bundesliga outfit Wolfsberger AC in January and wasted little time establishing himself as a key figure in the team’s defence with a string of impressive performances.

The centre-back registered three goals, and one assist in 16 league appearances for the Black Sea Storm.

He also played a pivotal role in Trabzonspor’s Turkish Cup triumph.

By Adeboye Amosu

Adeboye Amosu

Adeboye Amosu; Senior Content Writer. NPFL Expert, Super Eagles, Chelsea.