Lazio Sets Sights on Nigerian Wonderkid Hafiz Umar Ibrahim Who Earned Chelsea Trial with Raheem Sterling’s Help
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Hafiz Umar Ibrahim, an 18-year-old Nigerian talent, recently caught the attention of football scouts during his two-week trial at Chelsea. His impressive performance led to interest from Italian club Lazio, who are considering signing him. But how did this young player make such an impact?
The Journey to Europe:
In the past, Chelsea faced challenges when signing players directly from Africa. However, their partnership with French club Strasbourg has changed the game. Now, they can compete with other European clubs for promising African talents like Hafiz.
The Raheem Sterling Connection:
Earlier this year, Hafiz had a video call with Raheem Sterling, who encouraged him to take up the trial at Chelsea. Sterling’s endorsement played a crucial role in Hafiz’s journey.
Lukaku-Like Playing Style:
Hafiz’s playing style has drawn comparisons to Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku. Like Lukaku, he’s strong, scores goals, and contributes to the team’s success.
Financial Moves at Chelsea:
Chelsea recently agreed to sell left-back Ian Maatsen to Aston Villa for an impressive £37.5 million. This move adds to their financial stability, especially with bonuses expected from Real Madrid for Kepa Arrizabalaga and Eden Hazard.
While Chelsea remains open to selling key players like Conor Gallagher and Trevoh Chalobah, they won’t compromise on price. The club isn’t pressured to sell immediately.
