Ekong Reveals Reason Behind Saudi Move

Ekong Reveals Reason Behind Saudi Move

By Sampson Adedeji 

Nigeria's Super Eagles defender, William Troost Ekong, has finally revealed the reason behind his move to the Saudi Pro League, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Nigerian international joined the Al Khalood this summer from the Greek club PAOK Salonika.

While speaking on a podcast Counter Attack, Ekong said he needs to plan for the future.

" I got an offer I couldn't turn down; I'm 31, and now I have to think about the big picture.

" I think the Saudi League is competitive; you see, the names that were playing there in my first game were Benzema, Kante, Fabinho, etc, players that are at the world level.

"But at the same time, everybody talks about the opportunity you have there to guarantee your future to think about my family