Paul Onuachu Nears Permanent Move to Trabzonspor

Trabzonspor and Southampton have agreed on a deal worth around €8 million for Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu. This brings him closer to a permanent move to the Turkish Süper Lig team. The transfer is in its final stages, with talks ongoing about personal terms.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Negotiations between Trabzonspor and Southampton moved quickly. Both clubs settled on an €8 million fee for Onuachu. The 31-year-old striker had a successful loan at Trabzonspor last season, scoring 15 goals in 21 league games. At Southampton, he scored only four goals in 25 appearances, and the team got relegated. Trabzonspor want to make his move permanent as they look to improve their attack for the next season.

WHY IT MATTERS

Onuachu’s signing is a big boost for Trabzonspor. The Turkish team finished third last season and showed they can compete with the top clubs. Onuachu’s goals were important during his loan, and signing him permanently shows the club’s ambition. The €8 million fee shows Trabzonspor believe he can consistently perform well in Turkey.

WHAT’S NEXT?

The next step is to finalize personal terms between Onuachu and Trabzonspor. If completed, Onuachu will join a team aiming to challenge Galatasaray, who finished 13 points ahead last season. The new Süper Lig season starts in August, with Trabzonspor playing newly promoted Göztepe. Southampton must rebuild after finishing 18th in the Premier League. They face a tough start in the Championship against Swansea City.