Nigerian youth football continues to enjoy a steady rise on the European scene following the official signing of FC Footwork of Abuja prospect, Suileman Abubakar, by Spanish club Celta de Vigo Juvenil A.
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The highly rated youngster has completed his move to the Galicia-based side and will feature for Celta de Vigo Juvenil A, who compete in the División de Honor Juvenil – Group 1, Spain’s elite youth league.
The transfer marks a major milestone in Abubakar’s rapidly developing career and underlines the growing reputation of Nigerian grassroots football academies.
Abubakar has already linked up with his new teammates and commenced training with the young “Os Celestes”, as preparations begin ahead of the new campaign.
Club sources describe the Nigerian as an exciting prospect with the technical ability and work rate suited to Spanish football, and he is expected to push for his competitive debut in the coming weeks.
The move represents a significant breakthrough for FC Footwork of Abuja, whose commitment to youth development continues to produce talents capable of attracting top European interest.
For Abubakar, the switch to Spain offers a valuable platform to refine his game, gain international exposure, and take crucial steps toward professional football at the highest level.
As he begins this new chapter in Europe, expectations are high that Suileman Abubakar will embrace the challenge and make Nigeria proud on the Spanish stage.
