Full list of Nigerian footballers who moved during winter transfer window
The 2026 January window saw a flurry of activity for Nigerian footballers across Europe and beyond, with Super Eagles stars, emerging talents and experienced veterans all securing important mid season moves. From big money transfers in La Liga and Ligue 1 to strategic loans in England, Germany and Portugal, Nigerian players used the window to seek bigger stages, revive stagnating careers or take bold first steps into elite environments. Below is a rundown of key deals involving Nigerian footballers. Ademola Lookman completed a headline €35 million move from Atalanta to Atletico Madrid, with a further €5 million in add ons, becoming only the second Nigerian to play for the Rojiblancos. Terem Moffi left Nice for FC Porto on loan, with an option to buy, to rebuild his form in Portugal. In England, Frank Onyeka joined Coventry City on loan from […]
