Mahanaim and Al Masi collaboration sends talented winger Jassy to Europe

 

The pipeline from Nigerian grassroots football to the European stage has produced another gem. 

Skilful winger Edward Jassy has officially signed a professional contract with Czech Republic side SK Sigma Olomouc, marking a major milestone for the 18-year-old and the academies that nurtured his talent.

Jassy’s move is the result of a strategic collaboration between Al Masi FC and Mahanaim FC.

The young attacker has committed his immediate future to Sigma with a three-year contract, which includes an option for an additional year, signaling the club's confidence in his long-term potential.

While Jassy arrives in the Czech Republic via Al Masi, his footballing foundation was built in Abuja. 

Mahanaim FC oversaw his crucial developmental years, where he was polished under the guidance of Coach Lawal Dankoli. 

Jassy is described as a "wing wizard" with the versatility to operate on either flank. Known for his nimble footwork and a fearless approach to taking on defenders, his quick decision-making in the final third makes him a constant threat to opposition backlines.

The move to Sigma Olomouc places the highly-rated prodigy in a prime environment for growth. 

The Czech top flight is well-regarded for its tactical discipline, providing the perfect platform for Jassy to refine his raw speed and technical ability into a finished product.

Jassy will find familiar faces in the Czech Republic to help him settle. He joins his former Mahanaim teammate Samuel Sokoato at the club, following in the footsteps of Ahmad Ghali, another Mahanaim alumnus who has already established himself as a key figure in Sigma’s first team.

Sokoato Samuel: Mahanaim prodigy joins Czech Republic giant, Sigma Olomouc

 

Mahanaim FC has announced the transfer of talented left back Sokoato Samuel Aibe to Czech Republic top division side SK Sigma Olomouc in a direct deal.

DISCOVERY 

The 18-year old Sokoato Samuel Aibe is a home-grown talent of Mahanaim FC who was nurtured in the Club's football and human development philosophy, after he was scouted some years ago in Kaduna.

ATTRIBUTES 

Sokoato's sensational physical strength, courage, intelligence and technical abilities are some of the attributes that attracted Olomouc based Czech giants to him. He can play as a left-back, wing forward or just fit it into the position the coach wants. 

SOKOATO's NOTE

"I give thanks to God for giving me the grace to be here. I want to thank my family, mum, dad and my siblings for their support towards my career," Sokoato said.

"I'm very grateful to Mahanaim FC for everything. The lessons, training and discipline instilled in me is what has helped me."

FUTURE 

Sigma who are UEFA Conference League campaigners this season also has a Mahanaim FC graduate in Ahmad Ghali whom Sokoato Samuel Aibe can look up to at the club. 

Sokoato has the talent and focus that can take him to the very top echelon of world football.

Transfer News: Joel Yakubu makes loan switch to Latvian giants, Daugavpils from Liberec

 

 

Talented Nigerian forward Joel Yakubu has joined Latvian top division club BFC Daugavpils on loan until the end of the season, from Czech Republic club Slovan Liberec.

Liberec sanctioned Yakubu's move to afford the youngster more playing time and development at the top level.

It is also believed that Joel, who celebrated his 20th birthday last week is keen to prove himself at the highest level.

Yakubu scored five goals in 18 league games for the Liberec B team and also scored once in nine appearances for the U19 side. 

The talented striker has featured 16 times this campaign for the Liberec B team with a goal to his credits before making a loan switch to Daugavpils.