By Amosu Adeboye, Lagos
| Bayern Munich have reportedly agreed deal with Everton for Nigeria forward Henry Onyekuru, reports Promptnewsonline.com.Onyekuru has enjoyed a remarkable spell on loan at Turkish giants Galatasaray where won the Super Lig and FA Cup titles this season.The Nigeria international has scored 14 goals in 30 league appearances for Fathi Terim’s men.Onyekuru scored the winning goal in Galatasaray’s 2-1 home win against title rivals Istanbul Basaksehir last Sunday, which propelled them to a 22nd league crown.He has attracted interests from a number top European club but it appears Bayern Munich have won the race for his signature.Respected journalist, Colin Udoh revealed via the social media on Wednesday that Bayern Munich have agreement in principle with Everton for the forward but could still be upstaged by top clubs in Spain.”Sources tell me Bayern Munich have agreement in principle with Everton for forward Henry Onyekuru and deal close,”Colin tweeted.”But could still be upstaged by La Liga interest and at least one other EPL club. Fingers crossed.”Bayern Munich are looking to replace the duo of Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery who left the club at the end of the just concluded Bundesliga season and Onyekuru who can play on both wings is seen as the ideal replacement to fill the void left by the duo.Everton signed the versatile forward for £7m after his standout 2016/17 campaign for KAS Eupen in the Belgian league , during which he scored 22 times and created nine assists.The 21-year-old has yet to feature for Everton due to work permit issues, and was loaned to Anderlecht last season. ReplyForward |
