Akor Adams: Real Betis want Nigeria and Montpellier star in Spain after struggles in France

Real Betis are reportedly pursuing Nigerian striker Akor Adams from Montpellier during the January transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports.

Despite modest performances in France, the La Liga outfit sees potential in the 24-year-old and is weighing a move.

According to Foot Mercato, Montpellier are open to parting ways with Adams for a fee of €8 million, doubling their initial €4.5 million investment when they signed him from Norwegian side Lillestrøm SK in 2023.

Standing at an imposing 1.90m, Adams has contributed three goals and three assists across 15 Ligue 1 matches this season, totaling 1,079 minutes of play. While these numbers are not remarkable, they have piqued the interest of Betis, who are in the market for a capable forward.

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Adams, who adores former Super Eagles star John Utaka, has experienced a mixed trajectory in his career.

After joining Norway's Sogndal Fotball from Jamba Football Academy in Nigeria in 2018, he battled through injuries in 2020 but ended his spell with 10 goals in 28 matches by 2021.

He then moved to Lillestrøm, where he debuted in style, scoring in a cup match against Nardo and later notching a goal in his Eliteserien debut during a 2-2 draw with Hamarkameratene in April 2022. His performances in Norway gained international attention, earning him comparisons to Erling Haaland.

Betis are reportedly considering a loan deal with an option to buy, providing a lower-risk opportunity to evaluate Adams before making a long-term commitment.

The club, which is also eyeing Brazilian winger Antony, aims to bolster its attacking options and compete more effectively in La Liga.

For Montpellier, Adams’ departure could provide much-needed financial relief as they struggle near the bottom of the Ligue 1 standings.

Despite his promising arrival, Adams has failed to consistently deliver in France, leading the club to explore selling him while his market value remains intact.