Daily Trust Saturday

Kicking off!

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The transfer market in European football is quite busy at the moment as clubs tussle one another for some of the best legs in the round leather game. It is therefore interestin­g to know that in as much as Nigeria does not boast of super stars in the shape and size of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Paul Pogba, Gareth Bale and Kylian Mbappe, something is being said about few of the Super Eagles stars plying their trade in Europe.

One of such players is former junior internatio­nal, Kelechi Iheanacho who plays for Manchester City in the English Premier League. He is being courted by fellow Premiershi­p clubs like West Ham and Leicester City.

Thus, our cover story is on the call coming from highly respected former Super Eagles players who want the youngster to leave City and join for another club that will give him enough playing time. So read our cover story to know the reasons behind the Ex-Eagles’ advices for the 2013 FIFA U17 MVP.

We also have for you our exclusive interview with the Minister of Sports, Barrister Solomon Dalung who spoke to us on the recently held sports federation­s elections and other topical issues in Nigerian sports. This type of interview is found once in a while so do not miss it.

Our man in London, David Billington is still firing from all cylinders in his football column. The man with his ears to the ground is keeping you abreast of every transfer news in European football.

For the teeming fans of Chelsea in Nigeria, it is imperative to know the five reasons Antonio Conte may fail to defend the English Premier League title he won in his first season in England.

And Nigerian youngster, Victor Osimhen is aiming at big things with modest Bundesliga side, Wolfsburg. Last season, he made two appearance­s for the club after recovering from injury but is planning to prove his worth in the coming season.

This is our line up of stories for your reading delight. Do enjoy the package and keep a date with us.

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