Confirmed: Inter Milan-owned Nigerian boy joins Serie B’s Sampdoria on loan

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro joined Serie A side, Inter Milan, from NPFL’s Remo Stars during the 2023 January Transfer window

Italian Serie B side, US Sampdoria, has officially announced the signing of Inter Milan’s Nigerian youngster, Ebenezer Akinsamiro, Soccernet.ng reports.

Initially, there were reports suggesting that the Nigerian midfielder was on the verge of leaving San Siro to join Sampdoria on a season-long loan, pending a medical examination.

While it was confirmed for some time that Akinsamiro would join the Serie B side, the deal faced complications. Sampdoria wanted a permanent transfer, while Inter Milan preferred a loan with the player returning after the spell.

Akinsamiro’s agent clarified the situation: “We have arranged for Akinsamiro to join Sampdoria. The clubs are finalizing the details, but everything is on track. The deal is a loan with an option to buy and a buy-back clause.”

Today, an agreement was reached, with Akinsamiro passing his medical examination. This led to an official announcement by Sampdoria.

“U.C. Sampdoria announces that it has acquired on an annual basis, with an option and counter-option right from F.C. International, the rights to the sports performance of footballer Ebenezer Akinsamiro (born in Lagos, Nigeria, on November 25, 2004). The midfielder is tied to the Blucerchiati until June 30, 2028.” the club announced via their official site.

Akinsamiro is expected to help Sampdoria compete for promotion to Serie A, with the possibility of returning to Inter Milan’s San Siro Stadium when his loan contract expires.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work. With a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Adeyemi College of Education and a Master's Degree in School Library and Media Technology from the University of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel in the field.

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