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April 12, 2024 No Plan To Boycott NPFL Matches
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No Plan To Boycott NPFL Matches

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is set to proceed with its Match-day 30 games scheduled for this weekend, dismissing rumors of a potential boycott by clubs over financial disputes.

A chairman of a club in the northern region clarified the situation, stating that there is no intention to boycott the matches and that preparations for the weekend fixtures are underway. Similarly, players from clubs in the southwest region confirmed their commitment to participating in the upcoming matches, emphasizing that training sessions have proceeded as usual.

Reports had emerged suggesting a possible standoff between NPFL clubs and the league's board regarding undisclosed broadcast deals with StarTimes and Propel Sports, as well as financial obligations promised at the beginning of the season. However, the NPFL club owner’s association has denied any such grievances, asserting that there are no outstanding issues.

Match-day 30 action kicks off on Saturday with three matches, followed by additional fixtures on Sunday. Exciting matchups include Doma United hosting Remo Stars in Gombe, Enugu Rangers facing Abia Warriors at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, and Sporting Lagos taking on Sunshine Stars in a southwest derby at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos.

As the 2023/24 season progresses towards its conclusion on June 9th, clubs are gearing up for the remaining matches. Rivers United, recently eliminated from the CAF Confederation Cup, also have six outstanding fixtures to complete within the allocated timeframe.

At the commencement of the season last September, strategic partners of the NPFL, GTI, announced an increase in the league's prize money from N100 million to N150 million, along with a N10 million take-off grant for the participating clubs. Additionally, the NPFL secured a $5 million streaming deal with Propel Sports and a N5.9 billion broadcasting deal over five seasons with StarTimes for league coverage on its cable channel.

April 12, 2024 PSG Offer Osimhen €13m Annual Salary
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PSG Offer Osimhen €13m Annual Salary

Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen appears poised to make a move to French powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain from Napoli for a hefty sum of €120 million. According to reports from the Italian publication Il Matino, Osimhen is also in line for a substantial salary increase.

Osimhen, who joined Napoli from Lille in 2020, recently inked a new contract in December, boosting his monthly earnings to £1.29 million (€1.5 million), nearly doubling his previous income. With a release clause of £113 million in his Napoli contract, Osimhen's stellar performances—scoring 31 goals in 39 appearances last season and 14 in 26 games this term—have attracted interest from top clubs across Europe.

Negotiations between Napoli and PSG are reportedly progressing well, indicating Osimhen's impending transfer to the French capital. Il Matino confidently asserts that the Nigerian is on the verge of joining PSG, where he is expected to earn an impressive salary of €13 million (£11.1 million) under a four-year deal currently under negotiation.

PSG's swift move for Osimhen follows their recent 3-2 loss to Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg, prompting the club's board to take decisive action. Premier League sides Arsenal and Chelsea, who had targeted the 25-year-old for this summer's transfer window, now face the prospect of missing out on his signing.

In light of this potential setback, the Premier League clubs must explore alternative options to bolster their forward lines. Names under consideration include RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko, Brentford's Ivan Toney, Osimhen's compatriot at Bayer Leverkusen, Victor Boniface, and Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres.

April 5, 2024 PSG Lead Arsenal, Chelsea In Race To Sign Osimhen
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PSG Lead Arsenal, Chelsea In Race To Sign Osimhen

According to reports from Il Corriere dello Sport, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is currently at the forefront of the competition to secure the signature of Victor Osimhen, despite keen interest from English Premier League clubs Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United.

The Italian media outlet suggests that PSG is edging closer to meeting Osimhen's €130 million release clause, viewing the Nigerian international as the ideal replacement for Kylian Mbappé, who is set to join Real Madrid.

Osimhen recently extended his contract until 2026; however, it includes a release clause of €130 million, prompting Napoli to consider parting ways with the leading Serie A scorer of the 2022–23 season at the end of the current campaign.

Il Corriere dello Sport also notes the historical ties between PSG and Napoli in completing transfer deals. Previously, players like Ezequiel Lavezzi and Edinson Cavani made the switch to Paris in 2012 and 2013, respectively, for a combined transfer fee of €95 million. Additionally, in 2022, Fabian Ruiz transferred to PSG for €23 million.

These past dealings between the two clubs hint at a potential agreement for Osimhen's transfer to PSG as they look to strengthen their squad for the future.

April 5, 2024 Nwabali: No Club Has Approached Me For Possible Transfer
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Nwabali: No Club Has Approached Me For Possible Transfer

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has disclosed that he has yet to receive any official offers from clubs following his standout performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Previously, there were reports suggesting interest from various clubs, including Queens Park Rangers, Union St Gilloise, and Al Ettifaq from the Saudi Arabia Professional Football scene, in acquiring the services of the talented shot-stopper.

However, Nwabali, who played a crucial role in Nigeria's runner-up finish at AFCON 2023, clarified in an interview with FARPost that he hasn't been directly approached regarding any potential transfer discussions.

Speaking candidly, Nwabali stated, "To be honest, I haven't received any concrete offers since AFCON."

He elaborated, "Perhaps these clubs might have engaged with my team or my manager. But at this juncture, there's little we can do. Moreover, it's unprofessional for them to approach me directly. They must go through my club or my manager."

The goalkeeper highlighted the common practice of clubs keeping transfer negotiations discreet until the appropriate time, typically around the summer or during the transfer window.

He explained, "Many clubs prefer to keep their interests under wraps until they are ready to make a move. This strategy avoids alerting other potential suitors. So, at present, I'm in the dark about any concrete offers."

Nwabali concluded by expressing his uncertainty about his future in terms of transfers, emphasizing that he remains focused on his current commitments until any official developments arise.

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