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European interest in George Ilenikhena

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George Ilenikhena, a 19-year-old Nigerian-French striker currently under contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad, has become a target for several European football clubs seeking to provide him with regular playing time. Initially, interest was reported from Serie A side Genoa, who were pursuing a loan deal with an option to buy, as well as West Ham United and Schalke 04. ~~Following these reports,~~ Sevilla FC has emerged as ~~another~~ a primary suitor, seeking a loan to bolster its attacking options for the La Liga ~~season.~~ season following the departure of Akor Adams to Venezia. Ilenikhena, who ~~moved~~ holds the record as the youngest Nigerian-born player to ~~Al-Ittihad from AS Monaco~~ score in ~~February 2026 for approximately €33 million,~~ the UEFA Champions League, is reportedly open to returning to Europe to secure more consistent minutes. While Ilenikhena has seen limited action in Saudi ~~Arabia. He remains a highly-rated prospect following~~ Arabia since his ~~previous performances at Royal Antwerp~~ €33 million move from AS Monaco in February 2026, he recently demonstrated his scoring ability by netting two goals in Al-Ittihad’s 3-0 King Cup victory over Al-Najma. Despite this performance, interest in the striker continues to grow, with Bologna and ~~Monaco.~~ Trabzonspor reportedly expressing interest through loan offers with options to buy.

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