Enyimba Signs 36 Year Old Ex-Super Eagles Striker Brown Ideye
Nigerian football icon Nwankwo Kanu and Enyimba Football Club have secured the services of former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye, adding experience and leadership to their squad. The 36 year old striker was unveiled by the club through social media, with the announcement highlighting the value Ideye brings to their campaign.
"We are thrilled to welcome Brown Ideye to Enyimba. His experience and professionalism will undoubtedly strengthen our push for success this season, especially under the new leadership," the club said in a statement.
Ideye’s return to Nigerian football comes after 17 years abroad, marking a nostalgic homecoming. The veteran forward last featured for Al Yarmouk in Kuwait during the 2022 season and will now wear the number 34 jersey at Enyimba, under a contract lasting until the end of the 2024/25 season.
His illustrious career began at Ocean Boys before he moved to Europe in 2006, playing in top leagues such as the English Premier League and France’s Ligue 1. This signing follows an unsuccessful attempt to join Rivers United in October under the guidance of then coach Finidi George.
Enyimba, currently enduring a difficult season with nine consecutive winless games, recently parted ways with coach Yemi Olanrewaju. Fans hope Ideye’s experience will reinvigorate the team and restore their scoring form.
This move also reflects a broader trend of ex-Super Eagles players returning to the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL. Alongside Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi, Ideye’s return brings renewed attention and anticipation to the domestic league.
Editorial
The signing of Brown Ideye by Enyimba marks a significant moment for Nigerian football, blending nostalgia with the practical need to revamp the team’s fortunes.
Nigerian football icon Nwankwo Kanu and Enyimba Football Club have secured the services of former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye, adding experience and leadership to their squad. The 36 year old striker was unveiled by the club through social media, with the announcement highlighting the value Ideye brings to their campaign.
"We are thrilled to welcome Brown Ideye to Enyimba. His experience and professionalism will undoubtedly strengthen our push for success this season, especially under the new leadership," the club said in a statement.
Ideye’s return to Nigerian football comes after 17 years abroad, marking a nostalgic homecoming. The veteran forward last featured for Al Yarmouk in Kuwait during the 2022 season and will now wear the number 34 jersey at Enyimba, under a contract lasting until the end of the 2024/25 season.
His illustrious career began at Ocean Boys before he moved to Europe in 2006, playing in top leagues such as the English Premier League and France’s Ligue 1. This signing follows an unsuccessful attempt to join Rivers United in October under the guidance of then coach Finidi George.
Enyimba, currently enduring a difficult season with nine consecutive winless games, recently parted ways with coach Yemi Olanrewaju. Fans hope Ideye’s experience will reinvigorate the team and restore their scoring form.
This move also reflects a broader trend of ex-Super Eagles players returning to the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL. Alongside Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi, Ideye’s return brings renewed attention and anticipation to the domestic league.
Editorial
The signing of Brown Ideye by Enyimba marks a significant moment for Nigerian football, blending nostalgia with the practical need to revamp the team’s fortunes.