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CHAN Eagles Star Anthony Ijoma Completes Move To FK Radnik Bijeljina In Bosnia And Herzegovina

CHAN Eagles Striker Anthony Ijoma Has Officially Completed A Move To Bosnia And Herzegovina’s Premier League Side, FK Radnik Bijeljina, Signing A Three-Year Contract With The Club. The Former Abia Warriors Forward Was Unveiled On Sunday To A Warm Reception From Club Officials And Supporters, Marking The Beginning Of His European Journey.

Ijoma’s Rise From NPFL To Europe

Ijoma Caught The Eye Following An Impressive 2024/25 NPFL Campaign With Abia Warriors, Where He Netted 12 Goals And Provided Four Assists. His Consistency In Front Of Goal And Strong Work Rate Earned Him A Place In The CHAN Eagles Squad, Showcasing His Talent On The Continental Stage.

Although His Transfer Was Initially Scheduled For July, National Team Duties At The CHAN Tournament And Minor Visa Delays Pushed Back His Arrival In Bosnia. The Wait, However, Did Little To Dampen The Excitement Surrounding His Unveiling.

What Anthony Ijoma Said

Determined To Adapt Quickly And Make An Impact, Ijoma Expressed His Readiness For The Challenge Ahead:
“It’s An Opportunity For New Challenges, And I Will Make The Most Of It. I Am Already Focused On Learning The Local Language And Adapting To The Team’s Playing Style.”

About FK Radnik Bijeljina

Founded In 1945, FK Radnik Bijeljina Is One Of The Established Clubs In Bosnia And Herzegovina. The Club’s Biggest Highlight Came In 2016 When They Lifted The Bosnia And Herzegovina Cup, A Victory That Earned Them A Place In The UEFA Europa League Qualifiers.

With Ijoma’s Arrival, Radnik Will Be Hoping His Scoring Ability And Versatility Can Bolster Their Attack And Push Them Toward Greater Success In The Bosnian Premier League.

What This Move Means For Nigerian Football

Ijoma’s Transfer Underscores The Growing Reputation Of Nigerian Talents On The Global Stage. As More Players From The NPFL And CHAN Eagles Secure Moves Abroad, It Highlights The Importance Of Nigerian Football As A Breeding Ground For Marketable And Competitive Talent. For Ijoma, This Is Not Just A Career Milestone But Also A Chance To Fly The Nigerian Flag High In European Football.

Final Verdict

Anthony Ijoma’s Move To FK Radnik Bijeljina Is A Testament To His Determination, Hard Work, And Rising Status In Nigerian Football. With A Three-Year Contract Secured, The Striker Will Be Eager To Make His Mark In Bosnia While Inspiring A New Generation Of NPFL Stars To Dream Big.

Written By Abdul Noah Ocholi

Abdul Noah Ocholi

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