Afrigather C.F. Estrela da Amadora’s supposed curiosity in Tremendous Eagles defender Benjamin Tanimu has been robustly dismissed, with sources denouncing the claims as “fabricated lies,” Soccernet.ng experiences.
The Portuguese Primera Liga aspect had been reported to be pursuing the Nigerian star, however these rumours have been swiftly debunked, casting important doubt on any imminent switch.
Nigerian media experiences point out that Estrella’s preliminary bid of $320,000 for the previous Bendel Insurance coverage defender was rejected by his Tanzanian membership, Ihefu FC, because it was deemed inadequate.
Regardless of this, Estádio José Gomes is predicted to return with a revised provide for the Nigerian worldwide earlier than the switch window closes.
Sources near Tanimu’s camp have confirmed that the hypothesis linking him to the Portuguese outfit is unfounded, stating, “That is nothing however fabricated lies.”
Tanimu’s expertise was first recognised by present Rivers United supervisor Finidi George, who handed him his first Tremendous Eagles call-up, main to 3 appearances for the nationwide group.
“Benjamin Tanimu was a participant I needed whereas he was nonetheless at Bendel Insurance coverage. Though it didn’t work out on the time, given our damage considerations, I made a decision to ask him, and he has been performing nicely for his membership in Tanzania. Why not?” Finidi beforehand famous.
This expertise has additionally attracted curiosity from European golf equipment, together with the fourth-tier Spanish aspect Lleida Esportiu, although these hyperlinks have been later refuted by his present membership.
Because it stands, Benjamin Tanimu stays with Ihefu FC and is getting ready for the upcoming season within the Tanzanian Premier League.
Ayomide Oguntimehin
Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports activities journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a confirmed observe file in conducting interviews with Tremendous Eagles stars corresponding to William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Shiny Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and lots of others. He has additionally made a major influence in breaking switch information tales.
Grounded in video modifying, video journalism, social media administration, and content material technique, Ayomide brings a wealth of experience to his work.
With a Bachelor’s diploma in English Language from Adeyemi Faculty of Training and a Grasp’s Diploma in College Library and Media Know-how from the College of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel within the subject.
