BREAKING: Nasiru Salihu Joins Azerbaijani Side Gabala FC on One-Year Deal

Promising Nigerian midfielder Nasiru Salihu has completed a one-year move to Azerbaijani club Gabala FC, after a stellar season with El-Kanemi Warriors in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), TalkTalk Nigeria reports.

The 18-year-old, who burst into the spotlight during El-Kanemi’s Federation Cup triumph in 2024, was named Most Valuable Player of the tournament and quickly became one of the most sought-after young players in the league.

🇳🇬 From Maiduguri to the World

Salihu scored five goals in 16 appearances for El-Kanemi last season, and also represented Nigeria’s Flying Eagles at the WAFU Zone B qualifiers — a key step in his international development.

His move to Gabala FC marks the beginning of what many believe could be a brilliant European journey for the energetic box-to-box midfielder.

💬 Opinion: One to Watch

Salihu's switch to Azerbaijan might not be the traditional path for Nigerian youngsters heading to Europe, but it provides a great platform for growth, international exposure, and development. If he continues to build on his current form, Gabala could be a springboard to top European leagues.

At only 18, he already shows maturity and vision far beyond his years — a midfield gem Nigeria will want to watch closely.

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