Spanish football giants Barcelona and Villarreal are set to enter a heated battle over the signing of Nigerian prodigy Ibrahim Afolabi Oseni.
The 17-year-old sensation has caught the attention of Barcelona, who are keen to secure his services, but they will face stiff competition from Villarreal, as reported by Mundo Deportivo.
Oseni, who currently plays for Joy Cometh FC, has been making waves with his outstanding performances, and his potential has not gone unnoticed.
Barcelona and Villarreal are both eager to add the young talent to their squads, and the upcoming summer transfer window provides the perfect opportunity to do so.
Despite his age, Oseni has already undergone trials at several clubs in Spain and Ukraine, including Levante UD, CD Leganes, CE Sabadell FC, and Dnipro. However,
it is Barcelona and Villarreal who have presented the Nigerian wonderkid with a chance to showcase his skills during upcoming trials.
As an attacking midfielder, Oseni is renowned for his exceptional vision and the ability to find his teammates in pockets of space.
His versatility, which allows him to operate on either flank, adds to his appeal and makes him an enticing prospect for both Barcelona and Villarreal.
If Oseni joins Villarreal, he will be following in the footsteps of fellow Nigerian Samuel Chukwueze. Chukwueze joined Villarreal’s youth team in 2018 and has since established himself as one of La Liga’s top players.
His remarkable performances recently earned him the league’s Best African award for this season.
In order to pursue these exciting opportunities, Oseni will be traveling to Spain to participate in the trials and seek a free transfer after reaching an agreement with Joy Cometh FC to terminate his current contract.
The upcoming battles between Barcelona and Villarreal for his signature are expected to be fierce, with both clubs recognizing the immense potential Oseni possesses.
As the young Nigerian prodigy prepares to take his talents to one of Spain’s football powerhouses. Will Oseni don the famous colors of Barcelona or choose to follow in Chukwueze’s footsteps at Villarreal?
Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain: the future looks incredibly bright for this emerging star.
