Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, is on the verge of leaving PAOK for Al Khalood in Saudi Arabia ahead of the 2024/25 season. The 30-year-old defender has agreed on personal terms with the Saudi side, and both clubs have settled on a transfer fee.
According to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, “William Troost-Ekong has agreed to join Al Khalood in Saudi Arabia. PAOK and Al Khalood agreed on fee plus personal terms also in place. 30-year-old Nigerian defender set to move to Saudi Pro League.”
Troost-Ekong has been a target for Saudi Arabian clubs for some time, with Shabab Al-Ahli also making an offer for the experienced defender. However, Al Khalood has won the race for his signature, with the Nigerian set to join the Saudi Pro League.
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The move comes after Troost-Ekong’s impressive performances for Nigeria, helping the Super Eagles to a second-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. He also won the tournament’s Most Valuable Player award and helped PAOK FC win the 2023/2024 Greek Super League title.
Despite his success in Greece, Troost-Ekong is eager for a new challenge, and the Saudi Pro League presents an exciting opportunity for him. The Nigerian defender has consistently demonstrated his ability to adapt to new environments, and his experience will be invaluable to Al Khalood.
The transfer is expected to be completed in the coming days, with Troost-Ekong set to join his new teammates ahead of the 2024/25 season. The move marks a significant milestone in his career, and Nigerian football fans will be eager to see how he performs in the Saudi Pro League.
Troost-Ekong’s departure from PAOK will be a loss for the Greek club, but his legacy will live on. The Nigerian defender has left an indelible mark on the club, and his success will be remembered for years to come.
Fans will be hoping the Nigerian Skipper makes the move and as Troost-Ekong embarks on this new chapter in his career, Nigerian football fans will be eagerly watching his progress.