By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
French Ligue 2 outfit Montpellier have completed the signing of young striker Victor Orakpo.
Orakpo will spend the 2025/26 season on loan at the the club, Prompt News reports.
The 19-year-old made five appearances across all competitions for Nice last season.
He expressed his delight after after penning his contract with Montpellier.
“It’s a great feeling to sign for this great club Montpellier. My dad is a fan of the club. In France he supports Montpellier and Paris Saint Germain,” the player told the club’s official website.
“Right from when we were little, my brothers and I, my dad, we watch games of Montpellier, so it’s a great feeling.
“When I told him I was going to sign for Montpellier, he was very happy. It was a very good feeling, for me, my family, and everybody around.”
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