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Paul Onuachu transfer speculation at Trabzonspor

Overview

In late July 2026, Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu confirmed he would remain with Turkish club Trabzonspor despite lucrative offers from domestic rivals and Saudi Pro League teams. He cited personal loyalty and a desire to stay where he feels he belongs, while the club lodged a complaint over an alleged unauthorized approach by Al-Ahli.

A week later, in early August 2026, Trabzonspor announced the signing of Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah. Analysts expected Salah’s creativity to create more space for Onuachu, and the striker expressed optimism that the partnership could help him exceed his previous 22-goal season tally.

By mid-August 2026, the situation regarding Onuachu’s future shifted as Trabzonspor reportedly set a €30 million asking price for the striker. While some reports suggested a valuation as low as €6 million, management maintained a much higher stance. Onuachu, who is under contract until June 2028, has been linked to Al-Ahli SC in Qatar and Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli. Trabzonspor’s potential sale may have been linked to their pursuit of Darwin Nunez from Al Hilal.

However, by early September 2026, Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan dismissed transfer rumors, stating the club is not considering an exit and that Onuachu remains central to their plans. This shift comes as the 32-year-old faces a significant goal drought, failing to score in nine consecutive league matches. During this period, Trabzonspor has secured only two victories in the matches where Onuachu has not found the net.

Entities

Trabzonspor · Paul Onuachu · Galatasaray · Al‑Ahli · Metehan Mimaroğlu

Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Trabzonspor rules out Paul Onuachu transfer amid Saudi interest

    Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has ruled out the sale of striker Paul Onuachu despite Saudi Pro League interest, as the former Golden Boot winner faces a nine-match goal drought.

  2. 24 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Paul Onuachu linked with transfer moves from Trabzonspor

    Trabzonspor has reportedly set a high valuation for Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu amid transfer interest from Al-Ahli SC and clubs in Saudi Arabia.

  3. 27 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Trabzonspor sets €30m asking price for striker Paul Onuachu

    Trabzonspor has reportedly set a €30m asking price for striker Paul Onuachu amid strong interest from Saudi Pro League club Al Ahli.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Trabzonspor's Paul Onuachu poised to exceed 22‑goal tally after Mohamed Salah joins

    Paul Onuachu aims to top his 22‑goal season as Mohamed Salah joins Trabzonspor, offering a new strike partnership in the Turkish Süper Lig.

  5. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Nigeria striker Paul Onuachu rejects Turkish and Saudi offers to stay at Trabzonspor

    Nigeria striker Paul Onuachu, joint‑top scorer last season, rejects €20 m Fenerbahçe bid, Saudi offers and German interest, opting to stay at Trabzonspor until 2028.

Sources

aksam.com.tr · footballinnigeria.com.ng · haber61.net · haberport.com · haberts.com · nigeriafootball.ng · nigeriasoccernet.com · pulsesports.ng · punchng.com · soccernet.ng

This summary has been updated 3 times: see revision history