Westerlo has shown keen interest in Nigerian talent and is expected to closely monitor the proceedings at the fifth edition of the Global Football Scouting Tournament.
Belgian club KVC Westerlo are set to visit Nigeria to scout for new talent like African Player of the Year, Victor Oshimen and Victor Boniface.
Westerlo has shown keen interest in Nigerian talent and is expected to closely monitor the proceedings at the fifth edition of the Global Football Scouting Tournament.
The Global Football Scouting Tournament is set to take place in Lagos from December 9th to 13th at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena Stadium in Onikan.
The tournament will feature 10 teams competing for glory and the attention of international scouts. The event will be held at two venues, Onikan Stadium and the NIS Pitch.
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Another notable participant is Burgos CF from Spain, who will also be scouting for potential signings.
The coordinator of the tournament, Martin Baton, is confident that this event will continue to play a vital role in the development of Nigerian football and provide a platform for young players to showcase their skills to international clubs.
Martin expressed enthusiasm about the event's potential to connect talented Nigerian players with European clubs. He highlighted the strong network of clubs in Belgium and Spain that are interested in the Nigerian market.
He said, "The project is an ongoing development program for partner academy Valiant FC, where players are annually exposed to an international audience, carefully curated by the management of a global scouting tournament.
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"Scouts, agents, and club administrators are invited to Lagos, along with teams primarily from Nigeria's third division, to create marketing opportunities for players and clubs.
"Belgium is a prime destination for African players beginning their professional careers in Europe, and we have established strong connections with clubs there interested in the Nigerian market.
"Additionally, we maintain good relationships with Spanish clubs that focus on African youth player projects, ensuring genuine interest before inviting players. We believe the selected players will have promising opportunities to launch their careers in Europe," he concluded.