Nigerian Footballers have been raising the bar with good performances for their clubs abroad.
In this compilation we x-ray how Nigerian strikers have performed in Europe’s top rated leagues like England, Spain, France, Italy and Germany.
Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi and Simy Nwankwo – Salernitana
Ikwuemesi and Simy have played combined 34 games in the Serie A this term. They have managed one goal each.
Sadiq Umar – Real Sociedad
It’s been a disappointing campaign for Sadiq Umar. He has still only managed three league goals this season.
Akor Adams – Montpellier
Seven goals and two assists on his debut campaign in the top flight league is a good return. The youngster can only get better.
Terem Moffi – Nice
With 10 goals and two assists, Terem Moffi has been the reliable outlet for Nice at the final third.
Taiwo Awoniyi – Nottingham Forest
With six goals and three assists from just 17 games this season in the Premier League, Awoniyi has been slowed down by injuries and still remains one of the best Super Eagles strikers in the top tier.
Victor Osimhen – Napoli
With 13 goals and three assists this season, Osimhen has had a direct hand in 16 goals for Napoli in the Serie A. Fair return if you ask me.
Victor Boniface – Bayer Leverkusen
Boniface has been a key man for the Bundesliga Champions. With 11 goals and nine assists in 18 matches to his name, the skillful lad has been menacing for Xabi Alonso’s side.
