Flying Eagles star Tochukwu Nnadi completes transfer to SV Zulte Waregem in Belgium
Flying Eagles of Nigeria star, Tochukwu Nnadi has officially completed his transfer to Belgian second division club SV Zulte Waregem.
The 20-year-old Nigerian midfielder, who previously played for Botev Plovdiv in Bulgaria, signed a significant 4.5-year deal with the Belgian club.
Nnadi gained recognition for his notable performance during the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Argentina, where the Nigerian team reached the quarter-final stage.
His move to SV Zulte Waregem is seen as a significant step in his career, and he will wear the number 21 jersey at his new club.
Sporting Manager Tom Caluwé expressed his satisfaction with the club’s latest addition, highlighting Nnadi’s unique profile as a strong and explosive midfielder with a combination of technique and a strong work ethic. Caluwé sees Nnadi as a promising talent at 20 years old and believes he can contribute to the future of SV Zulte Waregem.
“Nnadi has a unique profile that we can utilize within our current core. He is a strong and explosive midfielder, combining technique with a tremendous work ethic.
“At 20 years old, Nnadi is still very young, but we believe he can help build the future of Essevee.”
Expressing his delight at the move, Nnadi said:
“I am so happy to be here. I was often in contact with Ablo, and I saw how he has blossomed in recent months at this fantastic club. It is the right time for me to make the move to Essevee.
“It will be an exciting few months ahead, but I look forward to building the future together with the team.”
Nnadi, excited about the move, mentioned his contact with Ablo (Abdoulaye Traoré) and how he observed Traoré’s positive development at the club. He expressed his happiness to join Essevee and is looking forward to building the future together with the team.
Reuniting with former teammate Abdoulaye Traoré, with whom he played half a season at Bulgaria’s Plovdiv, Nnadi is set to make his debut for SV Zulte Waregem in the upcoming clash against Jong Genk in the Challenger Pro League.
As SV Zulte Waregem continues to perform well in the Belgian second-tier, currently securing the second spot, the prospect of promotion to the First Division becomes likely if they maintain their impressive form. Nnadi’s addition adds depth and talent to the squad as they aim for success in the league.
