Transfer Update: Anthony Nwakaeme Joins Saudi Club As Free Agent

Transfer Update: Anthony Nwakaeme Joins Saudi Club As Free Agent

Sampson Adedeji

Saudi Arabian Pro League side Al Fayhaa has announced the capture of Nigeria's Super Eagles striker Anthony Nwakaeme as a free agent, BSNsports.com.ng has gathered.

Nwakaeme played for Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor last season and was instrumental in the club winning the league.

He decided to part ways with the champion following the expiration of his contract and he has decided to team up with the Saudi side.

The club confirmed that Nwakaeme joined as a free agent and signed a deal until 2024.

"The Board of Directors of Al-Fayha Club, headed by Mr. Abdullah bin Ahmed Abanmi, completed the procedures of the Nigerian winger Anthony Nwakaime in the ranks of the first football team as a free agent for a period of two seasons," the club confirmed.

Apart from playing in Turkey, one cap Super Eagle has also played in Romania and Israel.

The contract signing ceremony took place in the historic Jabal Munikh Castle, one of the most prominent landmarks of Al Majmaah Governorate, in the presence of the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr Abdullah bin Ahmed Abanmi.