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Awaziem transfer to Konyaspor

Entities: FC Nantes · Nigeria · Konyaspor · Chidozie Awaziem · Turkey

Overview

In late July 2026, Nigerian international defender Chidozie Awaziem agreed to join Turkish Süper Lig side Konyaspor from French club Nantes for a reported €1 million. The initial report on 24 July described a two‑year contract with an optional third year, noting his previous experience in Turkey, MLS and a season with Nantes, and Konyaspor’s aim to strengthen their defence ahead of the 2026‑27 campaign.

A follow‑up on 29 July confirmed the signing, detailing a contract lasting until June 2028, Awaziem’s dual Nigerian‑Portuguese nationality, and a formal ceremony at the Konyaspor Museum where he was assigned the number 15 shirt. The announcement reiterated his extensive background across Ligue 1, LaLiga, the Portuguese leagues and previous Turkish clubs, emphasizing the expected boost to Konyaspor’s defensive options.

Timeline

  1. 5 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Chidozie Awaziem joins Turkish club Konyaspor

    Nigerian defender Chidozie Awaziem signed a two‑year deal with Turkish side Konyaspor, leaving Nantes; the 29‑year‑old brings experience from Europe, MLS and the Super Lig.

  2. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Chidozie Awaziem to join Konyaspor from Nantes for €1 million

    Nigerian defender Chidozie Awaziem will sign a two‑year deal with Turkey’s Konyaspor, with the club paying €1 million to relegated French side Nantes.

Sources

completesports.com · nigeriafootball.ng · nigeriasoccernet.com · yenikonya.com.tr