Transfers

Why I Joined Olympiacos – Super Eagles Defender Shares Exciting Reasons For Greek League

Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi has officially joined Greek giants Olympiacos in a €2.5 million transfer from Portuguese club Boavista.

The 25-year-old left-back signed a four-year contract with the Red and Whites to become the club’s third signing of the summer after Horta and Betancourt.

In his first words as an Olympiacos player, Onyemaechi expressed his excitement and ambition. Speaking in a video shared by the club, he said:

“First of all, I’m really happy to be here. When I first told my family about it, they all accepted it. Now I’m looking forward to it and hope to see the supporters in the stadium.”

Currently, Olympiacos tops the Super League table in Greece and sit 12th in the Europa League-League phase. Onyemaechi weighed in on his decision to join Olympiacos, citing the enticement of European competition.

“I looked at the possibilities of playing in Europe; this is what drove me more to be here, and I’m really happy to be here,” he said.

Known for his speed and defensive ability, Onyemaechi described his playing style. “I’m a fast player. When the team has the ball, I am ready to help the team in attack and defence,” he added.

The Nigerian international shared his excitement about playing in front of the passionate Olympiacos fans, which referred to as a dream for any player.
“It’s something that every player dreams of—to be able to play in this kind of atmosphere. So, I’m really happy to feel it and see how the supporters will react.”

Onyemaechi later took to his social media page to celebrate the move, writing: “New home. God is the greatest.”

The Owerri-born player made 77 appearances for Boavista, scoring five goals, and delivering three assists. With this, he will be aiming to build on his previous achievements.

Transfers

Marseille eyes loan move for Sevilla striker Kelechi Iheanacho

'Not Good Enough' - Sevilla To Offload Kelechi Iheanacho In January Transfer Category

Ligue 1 side Olympique Marseille is keen on signing Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho on loan for the remainder of the season.

Sevilla is open to letting Iheanacho leave this month after the forward struggled to make an impact following his free transfer last summer.

The Spanish club recently bolstered their attack by signing Jerome Akor Adams from Montpellier.

Reports from France suggest Iheanacho is leaning towards a move to Marseille despite having multiple offers on the table.

Marseille has already made contact with both Sevilla and the 28-year-old striker, who is expected to make a decision before the winter transfer window closes.

Transfers

Arsenal pursue Ollie Watkins as Villa reject £60m bid

Arsenal has set its sights on signing Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins before next week’s transfer deadline, according to the Daily Mail.

Gunners boss Mikel Arteta, a long-time admirer of the 29-year-old, has overseen an initial £60 million bid, which Villa has rejected. However, Arsenal is expected to return with an improved offer.

Watkins, a key player for Unai Emery’s squad, remains under contract for another three years. Despite Villa’s strong bargaining position, a move to Arsenal may tempt the England international, who once revealed his childhood dream of playing for the North London club.

“That’s the dream, to play for Arsenal one day. But, you know, it’s a long shot,” Watkins said in 2020 while at Brentford.

Watkins has scored 10 goals in 31 appearances this season, including a recent strike in Villa’s 2-2 draw against Arsenal at the Emirates.

Transfers

Manchester United near £30m deal for Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu

Manchester United are nearing a £30m deal to sign Patrick Dorgu from Lecce.

The two clubs have been in discussions since last week, with many aspects of the transfer already agreed upon, and talks continuing to finalize the deal’s structure.

According to Sky Sports, Dorgu is set to become Ruben Amorim’s first signing as United manager.

The 20-year-old left wing-back is eager to join, and personal terms are expected to be straightforward.

Since Amorim’s appointment, the left wing-back position has been a top priority, and this transfer has been one of the most likely to go through during the window, regardless of the club’s circumstances.

Dorgu, who has made 53 Serie A appearances for Lecce since his 2022 move from Danish club Nordsjaelland, has also earned four caps for Denmark.