Tag: Sodiq Ismail

Nigerian right-back Sodiq Ismail, widely celebrated as the “assist king” of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), has reportedly struck a lucrative multi-million naira agreement with Austrian Bundesliga outfit SCR Altach, marking a new chapter in his professional journey.

Ismail, 21, earned his reputation during a standout season with Remo Stars, where he provided a staggering 13 assists in 31 games, topping the NPFL’s goal-provider chart by a significant margin.

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His precision crossing and penetrating runs captured national attention and fueled his maiden call-up to the Super Eagles in May 2024, making him one of the very few NPFL players invited to represent the senior national team under coach Finidi George.

Earlier reports had linked Ismail with a move to Albanian side FK Partizani, where he was close to completing a three-year deal as of January 2025.

Super Eagles and Remo Stars defender Sodiq Ismail is close to a move to Albanian club FK Partizani on a three-year deal.

Nigeria Premier Football League insider Mike Osarieme (‘MikeThePundit’) confirmed that the right-back, who recently played a crucial role in the Super Eagles B team qualifying for the CHAN tournament, is scheduled to undergo medicals this week.

The right back has been a standout performer for Remo Stars this season, contributing three goals in 12 NPFL matches and netting once in two appearances during their brief CAF Champions League campaign.

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Following a successful medical, the Nigerian international will sign a three-year contract.

 “Breaking: Sodiq Ismail to Albanian side, FK Partizani. Medicals are scheduled for this week upon the right back’s arrival. The Super Eagles defender will put pen to paper on a three-year deal,” MikeThePundit announced on X.

Sodiq’s departure will be a significant loss for Remo Stars and the Super Eagles B. The Sky Blue Stars are currently in contention for their first-ever NPFL title after narrowly missing out on previous occasions while he last weekend assisted the CHAN Eagles to secure CHAN ticket after scoring the opening goal against Ghana in Uyo.