Celje got stronger with Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi from Krško - he is a talented striker!

Slovenian PrvaLiga side NK Celje announced the signing of former Flying Eagles star Charles Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi on Saturday, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Chukwubuikem Charles Ikwuemesi, a 195 cm tall forward, pledged his three-year loyalty to the club by signing a contract.

The 20-year-old played for Krška last spring and scored 4 goals in 11 games. He impressed many visitors from Slovenia and abroad with his technique, strength and penetration, as well as diversity. He is a great fighter, a player who quickly gets used to the environment and the club.

Speaking after the transfer was confirmed, Ikwuemesi told the official website of NK Celje : "Everyone welcomed me so well.

I'm thrilled! I feel great in Celje, because my new teammates immediately took me in as their own.

"The excellent chemistry is also felt on the pitch and I'm happy to have signed a contract with the club."

He added : "I am standing on solid ground. I had to take a step back so that now I can take two forwards. I proved in Krško that I can do it and now I am very motivated to show it in Celje as well.

"I am self-confident and convinced that we can fulfill the club's high goals".

Ikwuemesi is the fifth player signed by NK Celje in the summer transfer window.