Alex Iwobi has bid farewell to Everton fans after he completed a transfer to Fulham on deadline day, Soccernet.ng reports.
Everton ended their association with the midfielder, marking the conclusion of his four-year tenure at Goodison Park.
The move to Fulham was confirmed in the early hours of today, following Fulham’s submission of a deal sheet, allowing them to finalise the deal until 1 am.
During his time at Merseyside, the 27-year-old playmaker featured in 140 matches across all competitions, establishing himself as a versatile squad member.
The decision for the Nigerian international to leave Everton was reached after unsuccessful contract negotiations between the club and the player’s representatives. Everton stand to gain a potential fee of £22 million from this transfer.
Reflecting on his journey at Goodison Park in a social media post, Iwobi expressed,
“What a journey it’s been, Toffees. I’ve shared some of the most intense moments of my career with you all, and it almost feels surreal that it has come to an end.
“The Alex that arrived at Goodison Park in 2019 isn’t the Alex saying goodbye today. I owe that to the good, the bad, the ugly, and the beautiful game we’ve lived together.
“Thank you for an unforgettable ride, and I wish you the best of luck, Blues.”
Iwobi was Everton Players’ Player of the Year last season after his contributions helped the Toffees narrowly escape relegation from the Premier League.
He will join former Arsenal teammate Bernd Leno and Super Eagles compatriot Calvin Bassey at Fulham.
This post was last modified on September 2, 2023 1:41 pm
Former Super Eagles player Emmanuel Emenike is set to officially launch his own hospital in… Read More
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has expressed disappointment over Bayer Leverkusen's loss to Atalanta in… Read More
Sports have always been a cornerstone of entertainment and culture, uniting fans across the globe… Read More
Atalanta Europa League hero Ademola Lookman has revealed that playing for Nigeria has been key… Read More
Newly appointed Super Eagles coach, Finidi George was full of praise for Atalanta's Ademola Lookman… Read More
Togo were no match for the superior firepower of Nigeria in Ghana on Thursday as… Read More