The much-anticipated 2025/26 European football season has officially kicked off, and Nigerian players across top leagues are poised to make headlines as they battle for domestic and continental glory.
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From England to Spain, France, Italy and Turkey, Super Eagles stars are in action, with several transfers, contract renewals and career-defining moments shaping their campaigns.
At Fulham, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey will be central figures once again as Marco Silva’s side aim for European qualification after narrowly missing out last season. The Cottagers begin their Premier League journey away to Brighton, with the Nigerian duo expected to play key roles.
For Nottingham Forest, Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi head into the new season with contrasting fortunes. Aina, who recently extended his stay, was instrumental in Forest’s impressive run last year, while Awoniyi faces stiff competition for a starting berth following a season hampered by injuries.
In Spain, Kelechi Iheanacho, Chidera Ejuke and Akor Adams will all be hoping for redemption at Sevilla after inconsistent campaigns plagued by injuries and limited game time. Meanwhile, Chrisantus Uche will look to build on his successful debut season at Getafe, where he scored three goals and provided five assists.
Over in France, Chidozie Awaziem begins a fresh chapter with Nantes after a move from the MLS, while Moses Simon joined Paris FC in a €7m deal. Simon’s Ligue 1 experience will be vital for the newly-promoted side as they aim to survive their debut season.
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Italy also promises Nigerian drama as Ademola Lookman, the 2024 CAF Africa Player of the Year, continues his standoff with Atalanta amid transfer links to Inter Milan. Victor Osimhen, meanwhile, secured a blockbuster €75m move to Turkish champions Galatasaray after a record-breaking loan spell where he netted 37 goals.
Elsewhere, Wilfred Ndidi has joined Besiktas, Henry Onyekuru moved to Gençlerbirliği, Semi Ajayisigned for Hull City, and Chuba Akpom completed a loan move to Ipswich Town.
With so many Nigerian stars spread across Europe’s elite and competitive leagues, the 2025/26 season promises to be one of the most exciting yet for Super Eagles fans.
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