By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Nigeria defender, Benjamin Tanimu has said his main target is to help Crawley Town secure promotion to the Sky Bet Championship.
Tanimu was a deadline day signing by the League One club.
The centre-back signed a three-year contract with the Reds, Prompt News reports.
“I’m thrilled to be here,” he told the club’s official website.
“Growing up in Nigeria, we all watched the English Premier League, so coming to England is a huge step for me. I’m very happy to join Crawley Town.
“Coming to England is a great opportunity for me to showcase my abilities,” he continued. “I’m also here to help Crawley Town reach the highest level of English football.”
Tanimu confessed the move to England came as a surprise to him.
“I was surprised to be coming to England,” he added.
“I had offers from several African countries, but when I heard about Crawley’s interest, I thought, ‘Why not?’
“So I jumped at the chance. I’m a player who is always ready to learn, and work hard to improve, and I love winning.”
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