NPFL Updates: Kwara United Sign Goalkeeper, Ikenna Cooper Joins Rivers United, See Others

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club, Kwara United have completed the signing of goalkeeper Adamu Muhammad from Gombe United.

Muhammad opted to leave Gombe United after their relegation from the NPFL to the Nigeria National League (NNL).

The former Nigeria Under-23 shot-stopper has signed a two-year deal with the Harmony Boys.

Abubakar, who was Gombe United’s first-choice goalkeeper last season, will now be part of coach Kabiru Dogo’s side for pre-season training in Ikenne, Ogun state.

Ikenna Cooper Joins Rivers United

Ikenna Cooper has agreed to join former NPFL champions, Rivers United from Enyimba of Aba.

Cooper, a key player during Finidi George’s tenure as coach of Enyimba, has decided to move to Rivers United, where he will reunite with his former head coach.

Adekunle Samuel Moves to Kwara

Kwara United have secured the signature of Bayelsa United defender, Adekunle Samuel, for an undisclosed fee.

Katsina United resume work

Katsina United have resumed pre-season training ahead of the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The team will undergo training sessions twice daily and play friendly matches to prepare for the upcoming season.

Coach Edward Green Joins Rivers

Rivers United have strengthened their coaching staff with the addition of Edward Green as the assistant coach. Green has joined the club from Sporting Lagos and will work alongside the newly appointed technical adviser, Finidi George.

NPFL Youth League

NPFL chairman, Gbenga Elegbeleye, has unveiled plans for a youth league project aimed at growing the financial base of clubs and integrating young talents into senior teams.

Additionally, the NPFL All-Star Team is set to embark on a tour to Spain to provide players with exposure to top-notch development programs and global standards. This initiative is designed to promote youth development and enhance the financial stability of NPFL clubs in the long run.

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