Transfer Update: Why We Sign Super Eagles Midfielder - SV Reid Sporting Director

Transfer Update: Why We Sign Super Eagles Midfielder - SV Reid Sporting Director

Sampson Adedeji

Thomas Reicheltshammer, Sporting Director of the Austria Premier League side SV Ried has revealed reason they signed Nigeria's Super Eagles midfielder Kingsley Michael, BSNsports.com.ng reports.

The club on Tuesday announced the loan signing of the Nigerian from the Italian Serie A side Bologna.

The Director said when injury ravaged the team they searched for a player who can help the team and they discovered that Michael is the type of player needed.

 "Due to the injuries in the past few weeks, we had to take action, especially in central midfield.

 "We deliberately took our time in our search to find a player who fits our requirements profile. 

"We think we've found that type of player in Kingsley Michael, he is dynamic and aggressive in duels. It's a win-win situation for both Bologna and us," he said.

The 22-year-old player made his debut for Super Eagles in the 2022 World Cup qualifier against Cape Verde.