Boavista FC have introduced the signing of Nigerian midfielder Ibrahim Alhassan from Belgian membership Beerschot VA, Soccernet.ng studies.
Alhassan, a former Nigeria youth worldwide, has signed a two-year contract with the Portuguese aspect, conserving him on the membership till the top of the 2025/2026 season.
Alhassan, recognized for his aggressive fashion and ball-handling abilities, expressed his pleasure about becoming a member of Boavista.
“Signing for Boavista was a simple resolution as a result of I understand how nice the membership is. Portugal looks like a second residence to me, and I can’t wait to satisfy my new teammates,” said the 27-year-old.
The defensive midfielder has performed 43 video games for Beerschot VA over the previous two years and beforehand represented CD Nacional in Portugal from 2018 to 2022.
He’s thrilled to return to Portuguese soccer, describing the ambiance at Boavista’s Bessa Stadium as “unbelievable.”
Alhassan, who can even play in central defence, emphasised his dedication to giving his all on the sector.
“I at all times give 100% for the membership I characterize,” he added.
With three caps for Nigeria’s senior nationwide crew, Alhassan is about to reunite with fellow Nigerian internationals Bruno Onyemaechi and Chidozie Awaziem at Boavista.
He believes this connection will assist him adapt shortly to his new membership.
“I do know Bruno [Onyemaechi] and Chidozie personally,” Alhassan added.
“I performed with Chidozie after I was within the Nigerian nationwide crew and I had already confronted Bruno when he was nonetheless at Feirense. I additionally shared the dressing room with Filipe Ferreira at Nacional and I bear in mind taking part in towards Ibrahima Camara. This reference to my teammates might be necessary for me to adapt extra simply”
Reflecting on his profession, which incorporates stints at FK Austria Wien and two Nigerian golf equipment, Alhassan feels honoured to affix Boavista.
“Boavista is a historic membership with many titles. I’m prepared to start out working and battle to go away my mark,” he concluded.
Kano-born Alhassan beforehand performed for Wikki Vacationers and Akwa United earlier than leaving Nigeria for Austria in 2017.
