Nigerian worldwide Chidozie Awaziem has joined Main League Soccer facet Colorado Rapids, alongside Ian Murphy, in a deal price $1 million in Normal Allocation Cash (GAM) from FC Cincinnati, Soccernet.ng reviews.
The commerce might see Cincinnati earn a further $200,000 in conditional GAM based mostly on efficiency metrics, with the membership additionally retaining a share of future switch charges for both participant inside MLS or overseas.
Colorado Rapids President Pádraig Smith expressed his enthusiasm for the brand new signings, saying:
“We’re excited to welcome Chidozie and Ian to the Rapids. Chidozie is a pacesetter and a strong defender with huge expertise in Europe and on the worldwide stage, whereas Ian has established himself as an athletic and achieved defender in MLS.
“Each gamers are sturdy matches for our recreation mannequin and so they deliver added high quality to our group as we glance to construct off a profitable 2024 season and proceed strengthening our workforce.”
Awaziem, 27, arrives after making 14 appearances and offering three assists in his sole season at Cincinnati.
The Nigerian center-back has loved an intensive profession in Europe, that includes for FC Porto and Boavista FC in Portugal, in addition to Hajduk Break up in Croatia, the place he received the Croatian Soccer Cup in 2023.
He has made 33 appearances for the Tremendous Eagles, together with six begins throughout the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations and an look on the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Together with his contract operating via 2025 and choices for 2026 and 2027, Awaziem provides defensive depth to the Rapids, who’re getting ready for the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup.
Their marketing campaign begins with a Spherical One conflict towards Los Angeles FC, with match dates but to be confirmed.
