Transfer Update: Nigerian Forward To Join French Ligue 1 Side On Loan

Transfer Update: Nigerian Forward To Join French Ligue 1 Side On Loan

Sampson Adedeji

French Ligue 1 club LOSC Lille has reached an agreement with Ajax Amsterdam to sign Nigerian forward Chuba Akpom on loan, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Akpom joined Ajax two years ago following a successful stint with Middlesbrough in the English Championship, but he has struggled to secure regular playing time at the Dutch club.

Several clubs, including Sunderland, have shown interest in acquiring the Nigerian striker during this winter transfer window. Reports from France confirm that Lille has successfully secured Akpom on loan until the end of the season.

If the deal goes through, Akpom will become the fourth Nigerian to represent Lille, following in the footsteps of Vincent Enyeama, Osaze Odemwingie, and Victor Osimhen.