Chidera Ejuke is a name that’s getting increasingly familiar among football fans, particularly those following La Liga and the Nigerian national team.
This young winger quickly establishes himself as a force to be reckoned with, known for his pace, dribbling skills, and ability to create scoring opportunities.
Early Life and Career Beginnings (Age):
Born on January 2nd, 1998, in Zaria, Nigeria (26 years old as of June 18, 2024), Ejuke’s football journey started in his homeland. He played for domestic clubs Supreme Court FC and Gombe United before making the leap to Europe in 2017.
European Breakthrough:
Ejuke’s first European stop was Norway’s Vålerenga, where he impressed for three seasons. In 2019, he attracted the attention of several clubs, ultimately choosing to join Dutch side SC Heerenveen. His performances in the Netherlands further solidified his reputation, leading to a big-money move to Russian giants CSKA Moscow in 2020.
Current Club and La Liga Ambitions:
Chidera Ejuke is the next Kylian Mbappe, what a player! pic.twitter.com/JeueXAGtlw
— 𝐕𝐀𝐑 ☘️ (@Ziyechman) June 17, 2024
While at CSKA Moscow, Ejuke continued to develop his skills. However, in 2023, he took a loan move to Spanish club Sevilla, a team known for its focus on attacking football. This move signifies Ejuke’s ambition to compete at the highest level and potentially secure a permanent transfer to a major European league.
International Career:
Ejuke has represented Nigeria at the national team level, making his debut in 2019. He is expected to play a significant role for the Super Eagles in the coming years, with his talent and work ethic potentially propelling him to become a key player.
Sevilla Player
Chidera Ejuke has officially joined Sevilla after signing a three-year deal with the Spanish side. The club, in a statement, welcomed the Zaria-born player, who is versatile in attack but primarily plays on the left wing.
Congrats on joining Sevilla, Chidera Ejuke. At 26, the future is yours!
pic.twitter.com/zQebIEKX7M— Representing (@Represent_Media) June 18, 2024
Family:
While details about Ejuke’s family life remain relatively private, his focus is clearly on his football career.
Net Worth:
Chidera Ejuke’s net worth was projected to be around £2-7 million in 2024.