Transfer Update: Atletico Madrid Loan Out Nigerian Youngster

Transfer Update: Atletico Madrid Loan Out Nigerian Youngster

Sampson Adedeji

Spanish La Liga outfit Athletico Madrid has loaned out newly acquired Nigerian youngster Samu Omorodioan to another Spanish club Alaves, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Samu joined the capital-based club this summer after a successful season with Granada.

Madrid confirmed his move via its official website on Saturday afternoon and further said the loan will be for a season.

" Atlético de Madrid and Alavés have reached an agreement for the loan of Samu Omorodion to the Basque team for the current season.

The Spanish striker, who joined Atlético de Madrid this summer, at the age of 19, will continue his progress at Alavés.

From Atlético de Madrid we wish Samu every success this season", the club statement read.