Latest News
Chibuike Nwaiwu Transfer from Wolfsberger AC to Trabzonspor
According to Laola1.at, Chibuike Nwaiwu left Wolfsberger AC and signed with Trabzonspor in Turkey until 2030. A statement on the KAP platform indicates Trabzonspor will pay €5.5 million to WAC for the signing, and this amount will be paid in seven installments. Another KAP statement reveals that Nwaiwu will earn a fixed salary of €700,000 per season in the Süper Lig.
According to Fanatik, Trabzonspor has reached a principle agreement with Chibuike Nwaiwu and has brought him to Turkey for medical examinations and to sign the official contract. Chibuike Nwaiwu stated at the airport that he was happy to be at Trabzonspor. The club reported to KAP that the transfer fee is 5.5 million euro, to be paid in 7 installments, and the contract is for 4.5 years. In a statement to KAP, Trabzonspor announced that the guaranteed salary is 350,000 euro for the 2025-2026 season and 700,000 euro per season for the following seasons.
After reaching a principle agreement with Chibuike Nwaiwu, Trabzonspor brought the player to Turkey for medical examinations and to sign an official contract. Upon arrival at the airport, Chibuike Nwaiwu stated that Trabzonspor is a big team with very good fans and that he is very happy to be there.
Trabzonspor has reached a principle agreement with Wolfsberger's Chibuike Nwaiwu, according to Fanatik. The player was brought to Turkey for medical checks and to sign an official contract.
According to the Austrian press, Trabzonspor has made the most serious offer so far for Chibuike Nwaiwu. Trabzonspor has previously reached an agreement with the player's side on the annual salary and all details. President Ertuğrul Doğan is making every effort to finalize the transfer, which coach Fatih Tekke strongly wants. The transfer is expected to be completed within one to two days.
Dik Futbol reported that Trabzonspor has made an offer of 8 million euros, including bonuses, to Wolfsberger for Chibuike Nwaiwu. Trabzonspor has reached a principle agreement with the 22-year-old player. The medical examination for Chibuike Nwaiwu will be scheduled once Wolfsberger gives its approval.
Trabzonspor has made an offer above 7 million Euro for Chibuike Nwaiwu. A principle agreement was reached in talks with the 22-year-old Nigerian player, but his club Wolfsberger has not been convinced yet. Wolfsberger is reported to be demanding a double-digit transfer fee. According to foreign media, Wolfsberger may delay making a decision and wait for the summer transfer window. It is also reported that French clubs have significant interest in Chibuike Nwaiwu.
According to journalist Yunus Emre Sel from Sabah Spor, Trabzonspor has made an improved offer to Wolfsberger AC to sign Chibuike Nwaiwu. The Turkish club is offering 6 million euros, while the management of Wolfsberger AC is asking for 10 million euros. Discussions between the two clubs are ongoing. His market value is 6 million euros on Transfermarkt.
Following earlier reports of interest from several Ligue 1 clubs, including LOSC Lille and Lens, Trabzonspor is now reportedly pursuing Wolfsberger AC defender Chibuike Nwaiwu. The Süper Lig club is making intensive efforts to sign the 22-year-old Nigerian, who joined the Austrian club in September 2024 and has a contract until June 2027. His scouting team has been observing him for some time and a move could potentially be made in the winter. The Turkish source, "Taka Gazete," has reported that Wolfsberger AC is demanding a transfer fee of 10 million euros. This season, Nwaiwu has made 12 appearances in the Austrian Bundesliga. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €7.00m; his value was €3 million in June 2025.
Follow Rumours
View transfer rumours on our TikTok, Instagram and X.