NNL: Sporting Lagos, Aliyu Baba shake hands to renew relationships for another season

Sensational striker, Aliyu Baba has extended his contract with Sporting Lagos for another season, Nigeriafootball.ng reports. 

The new contract will keep Baba with the Noisy Lagosians until 2026.

'Tiger' as Baba is fondly called joined the club from Abuja based football club, Mahanaim FC at the start of last football season and quickly became one of the integral members of Sporting Lagos. 

His contact renewal will further help his development just as it has encouraged continuity and stability for the modest club.

The talented striker has demonstrated exceptional skills and versatility as a player. 

He scored five goals in nine appearances for Sporting Lagos last season. 

Baba’s contract extension is expected to bolster Sporting Lagos’ chances of clinching a promotion ticket to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, next season.

Ahmed Ghali: Ex Nigeria youth international switches clubs in Czech Superliga

Ahmad Ghali has completed a permanent move to SK Sigma Olomouc from Slovan Liberec in the Czech Republic top league.

The ex-player of Abuja-based Mahanaim FC sealed a three-year permanent deal with a subsequent one-year option, following a successful medical.

Expressing his excitement about the latest transfer, the former Nigeria U20 and MFM FC player said "I'm happy to be here, I'm excited to go to such a great club with great ambitions. I believe I will help the team".

 

He continued "It was a bit surprising for me. Everything was agreed within one week. I had to make a decision quickly, it wasn't exactly easy, but on the other hand I didn't have to think too long. 

"Sigma is a club that will play in Europe. I see it as a step forward in my career," said the 25-year-old Nigerian midfielder, who can play on both sides of the pitch.

Marcus Haruna: Footwork FC owner Labib Yarima hails mutually rewarding collaboration with Mahanaim FC

 

Footwork FC President, Labib Yarima has spoken on his clubs' partnership with Mahanaim FC which has resulted in a career shaping European move for midfielder Marcus Haruna, who recently signed for FK Sarajevo in the Bosnian league.

According to Labib Yarima, Footwork FC are proud of their association with Mahanaim FC whom they gave the player for further development. 

"We are very happy to know that one of our own Marcus Haruna is now in Bosnia. I got a couple of congratulatory messages on that. Of course Marcus was our player whom we picked from Rambo FA, and in wanting the best development for the kid we also gave him to Mahanaim FC based on the great partnership we have with them.

"We are glad to know that the boy has now signed. We thank Mahanaim FC for their professionalism in this partnership. 

"They are a very good club with a great reputation. Together we're all happy for Marcus," Labib said.

Footwork FC is a grassroots team that plays in the Nationwide League One.

Transfer News: Bosnia top club, Sarajevo make double swoops on Mahanaim duo

 

One of the fastest growing football clubs in Nigeria, Mahanaim FC have make history as they announced the successful completion of two of their players to five times champions of Bosnia Premier League, FK Sarajevo, 

Versatile 18-year-old Nigerian midfielder Marcus Haruna, alongside Ivorian midfield sensation Yahi Guy Mohammed, 18, made the direct switch at the insistence of the Bosnian club.

DURATION

The players have signed 3-year contracts, as they are expected to help FK Sarajevo achieve their objectives in the Bosnian League and other competitions.

HISTORY

This marks a historic turn for Mahanaim FC, being the first time the club will transfer more than one player to the same club at a time.

Club CEO, Mr. Simon Alfred, described the double transfer as a sign of trust placed in the Mahanaim FC talent structure, by the football community.

"These transfers excite us as a club, having ensured that we stay true to our goals and objectives. We're happy the boys have taken the next steps after excelling in the fundamental values passed to them. We are glad to have achieved this little piece of history with a great club like FK Sarajevo," said Simon Alfred.

APPRECIATION

"We would like to thank FK Sarajevo for the trust and patience they displayed with us in the course of finalising these transfers. We are looking forward to a greater partnership with them and we wish them all the best in their objectives.

"These kids (Marcus Haruna and Yahi Guy Mohammed) distinguished themselves as brilliant players in the pitch and responsible young individuals off the pitch. Everyone at the club wishes them continued success in their professional career," Simon disclosed. 

VERSATILITY

Marcus, a utility player, can play in the midfield, defence, or anywhere the coach wants him to operate. Similarly, Yahi also known as 'Doudou' by his mates, can play as a no. 6, no. 8 or no. 10. It is one of Mahanaim FC's philosophy to develop players with abilities to play in multiple positions.