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Nigerian Striker Joins Injury-Plagued Lille on Loan

by Editorial Team
2 February 2025
in Sports
Nigerian Striker Joins Injury-Plagued Lille on Loan

Nigeria-eligible striker Chuba Akpom has completed a loan move from Ajax to French side Lille, with an option to buy at the end of the 2024-25 season, the club announced on Sunday.

“The versatile English striker signed up today as part of a loan (with option to buy) until the end of the 24-25 season,” Lille confirmed in a statement.

Akpom arrives as reinforcement for Canadian forward Jonathan David, who has been in sensational form with 20 goals and eight assists across all competitions this season.

Lille Banking on Akpom’s Versatility

Lille, currently fourth in Ligue 1, have been hit with injuries, including key players Edon Zhegrova and Matias Fernandez-Pardo.

Although head coach Bruno Genesio initially preferred a winger, he emphasized the need for a signing that truly fits into the squad’s playing philosophy.

Chuba Akpom unveiled by Lille (Photo credit: Lille)

“The worst thing is to buy for the sake of buying,” Genesio said. “It really has to be a player who fits into the principles of the game and the spirit of this group.”

Akpom, 28, described by Lille as “technical, hard-working, powerful, and impactful,” began his career at Arsenal but struggled to make an impression, leading to loan spells at Hull City, Brighton, and other clubs.

He later enjoyed stints with PAOK Salonika and Middlesbrough before joining Ajax.

Still Waiting for Super Eagles Call-Up  

Akpom has long expressed his desire to represent Nigeria but has yet to receive a national team call-up.

“I don’t know why I haven’t been called up yet—maybe because there are many top strikers,” he told Oma Akatugba.

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“But for the nation to progress, players should be selected based on merit. The ones performing well should be picked.”

“I’ve been waiting since 2019 after switching allegiances. I give my best, and if the call-up comes, great. If not, I’ll continue working hard.”

Akpom has scored eight goals and registered one assist in 32 appearances for Ajax this season.

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