Wolfsburg to battle Premier League clubs for 6 G/A Nigerian striker who struck against Lazio
Wolfsburg are leading the race to sign Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi this summer â but they could face stiff competition from Premier League clubs for the Viktoria PlzeĆ forward, Soccernet.ng reports.
The 22-year-old has returned to action in explosive form following a lengthy injury layoff, sparking fresh interest from top European clubs ahead of the next transfer window.
Durosinmi had been close to joining Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2023, but the move collapsed after medical checks revealed a knee issue.
The German side pulled out of the deal, prompting the Nigerian forward to undergo surgery that sidelined him for nearly a year.
Eintracht Frankfurt completed the deal for Rafiu Durosinmi to join the club for âŹ9m from Viktoria Plzen.
Durosinmi arrives on Thursday as called by BILD â medical already booked.
Second signing after Donny van de Beek, already 100% done. pic.twitter.com/RgIaWZnaza
â Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 27, 2023
Now fully fit, Durosinmi is making up for lost time with a string of eye-catching performances for Viktoria PlzeĆ.
The powerful striker marked his return with two goals against Teplice in the Czech top flight before scoring in both legs of PlzeĆâs Europa Conference League tie against FerencvĂĄros.
Nigeriaâs Rafiu Durosinmi, Viktoria Plzen. Photo by IMAGO
His hot streak continued with a goal against Lazio in the Europa League on Thursday night â a towering header from LukĂĄĆĄ Kalvachâs cross â taking his tally to five goals and an assist in his last six games.
According to reports in the Czech Republic, Wolfsburg are leading the chase for Durosinmiâs signature, having previously expressed interest in the striker before his injury setback. However, they are not alone in their pursuit, with several unnamed Premier League clubs also keeping tabs on the Nigerian.
Nigeria and Viktoria Plzen striker Rafiu Durosinmi. Photo by IMAGO
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Durosinmiâs blend of pace, power, and aerial threat has made him one of the most exciting young forwards in Central Europe.
His recent goal-scoring exploits have reignited interest from top leagues, with Englandâs top flight emerging as a potential destination.
Nigeria and Viktoria Plzen striker Rafiu Durosinmi celebrates with his teammate. Photo by IMAGO
Despite missing nearly a year of action, Durosinmi has quickly re-established himself as PlzeĆâs key attacking weapon. His return has coincided with the clubâs push for silverware on both domestic and European fronts â but his resurgence is likely to attract significant bids this summer.
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â FC Viktoria PlzeĆ (@fcviktorkaplzen) March 6, 2025
PlzeĆ are expected to demand a substantial fee for the striker, who joined the club from KarvinĂĄ in 2022. His current contract runs until 2026, giving the Czech outfit a strong negotiating position.
Soccernet.ngâs verdict â Durosinmi, exciting Nigerian youngster finally ready for big things
It has been beautiful to watch Durosinmi grow from a starry-eyed kid nurtured at the Box2Box FC to one of the finest marksmen in the Czech Republic.
Rafiu Durosinmi, Viktoria Plzen. Photo by IMAGO
With Wolfsburg and Premier League clubs circling, Durosinmiâs time in that country may be drawing to a close. It is a move thatâs a year in the waiting.
The Nigerian forwardâs career has been plagued by injuries, but his current form suggests he is finally ready to fulfil his promise. If he can maintain his fitness, a move to one of Europeâs top leagues could be just around the corner.
For now, all eyes are on Durosinmi â a striker whose talent is shining brighter than ever as the summer transfer window approaches.
Imhonlamhen Eronmhonsele
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