The Newest Nigerian Pro Players of Football

Several Nigerian players are making a name for themselves across Europe, including Sims, Victor Osimhen, and Kelechi Promise Iheanacho. These are some of the best young players in the world and will be a major asset for their respective clubs. The live section of 8Xbet games of Nigeria is a must-visit. It has thousands of events and decent odds. 8Xbet is one of the best gaming sites in Nigeria and the odds are among the best in the country. The site offers live betting and decent accumulators as well. Visit our website to watch all these pro players playing live in the football league. However, there are some Nigerian players who have already made a name for themselves. These players may not be as well known as their English counterparts, but they are already gaining momentum.

Onuachu

Paul Onuachu is one of the hottest new names in European football, and he's made quite an impact so far. The youngster, who hails from Lagos, was scouted during a youth tournament in his home country and signed for a Togo academy. He returned to Nigeria after eight months and had difficulty finding a club. His persistent father pushed him to do something, and finally he did. He met an old coach, who gave him a chance to join the academy at FC Ebedei.

Kelechi Promise Iheanacho

Iheanacho, who is the youngest of four children, is a rising star in the Nigerian football team. Born in Imo State, he began his career at Taye Academy in Owerri and later joined Heartland F.C. of Owerri. In his first season in England, Iheanacho scored 14 goals in 35 appearances. He finished the season with the best goals-per-minute ratio in the Premier League. 

In January 2014, Iheanacho signed with Manchester City and made his senior debut in August 2015. He has scored 14 goals in 46 games since his debut.

Kelechi Enyeama

Among the latest Nigerian pro players to reach the top echelons of the game is midfielder Kelechi Enyeama. This talented Nigerian began his career with the Aspire Academy and has since made numerous appearances for the likes of Lazio, Marseille, Stoke City, and Galatasaray. Enyeama has won multiple awards, including CAF Champions League Player of the Year in 2003 and 2004, Isreal Footballer of the Year in 2009, and was a member of the Nigerian national team for 13 years from 2002 to 2015.

Victor Osimhen

A rising star of the new generation of Nigerian football, Victor Osimhen first gained prominence at the FIFA U-17 World Cup, where he won the Golden Boot and the Silver Ball. The young striker was also named the CAF Youth Player of the Year. He is now playing for Italian side Napoli, where he has already scored 85 goals in 152 games. He has caught the eye of several European clubs and has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, Barcelona, or Manchester United.

Silas Nwankwo

Silas Nwankwo, the newest Nigerian pro-player, has made a name for himself with his impressive goalscoring record. He has a height of six feet and a weight of 74 kilograms. He has a black hair and warm-looking eyes. He is also in good physical shape and is not shy to take on new challenges. 

His goal-scoring record for Nasarawa United is impressive. He is willing to move on and try his hand in another club.

Alex Iwobi

Alexander Chuka Iwobi was born on 3 May 1996 and is currently a professional footballer with the Premier League club Everton and the national team of Nigeria. He started his career with Arsenal, where he played up to U18 level and scored 15 goals. In 2015, he moved to Everton for PS28 million and has since been a star for the Toffees. A dual nationality holder, Iwobi made his first senior international appearance against the Netherlands on October 8, 2015. He was also part of the Nigeria team at the 2016 Rio Olympics and the 2018 World Cup.

Aribo

Joe Aribo is one of the most exciting young footballers in England. Born outside the Nigerian border, Aribo has played for Rangers in the Scottish Premiership and has also played for the Nigeria national team. He started his career at Charlton Athletic before moving to Rangers. In 2019, he won his first cap for Nigeria. A few months later, he was named in the Nigeria squad to play in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.