
Super Eagles of Nigeria forward, Chidera Ejuke is excited to be the first Nigerian player to sign for Spanish La Liga giants, Sevilla.
Chidera Ejuke who has not been a regular for the Super Eagles signed a three-year deal with Sevilla which will keep him at the side until June 30, 2027.
The 26-year-old former Gombe United forward joined the Spanish side after his contract with CSKA Moscow, expired this summer.
Recall that Ejuke joined CSKA Moscow in 2020 after signing a four-year contract. Unfortunately, he was one of the players caught in the web of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine which has been ongoing for over two years.
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The 26-year-old winger had a fair season in the Belgian league where he made 29 appearances for the club, scoring 4 goals.
After signing his contract with Sevilla on Monday, February 17, the Nigeria international said he hoped the move would help him to return to the national team.
“I also hope to be able to back with Nigeria, because obviously it’s always nice to represent your country, so I hope it’s time to do it again and I’m also very excited.”