By OKECHUKWU PEACE
Tottenham has raced ahead of other Premiership clubs to pen a deal with Nigerian youngster Victor Osimhen, reports say.
Osimhen, 16, emerged star of Nigeria’s recent Under-17 World Cup triumph by scoring ten goals in seven games at the tournament, including one in the final against Mali.
Tottenham were reported to have opened talks with the player’s representatives during the competition, and according to AS he will now join Mauricio Pochettino’s side.
Osimhen’s compatriot Kelechi Nwakali – who was voted player of the tournament – is also understood to be on his way to the Premier League with Manchester City.
If this compilation of Osimhen’s goals at the World Cup is anything to go by, Spurs have picked themselves up a serious talent…
