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The Nigerian youngster will swap Belgium for France after AS Monaco agreed a deal with Royal Antwerp.
Ligue 1 giants AS Monaco have agreed a deal worth a staggering €20 million (over £31 billion!) to sign teenage sensation George Ilenikhena from Belgian side Royal Antwerp.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano took to social media to deliver the bombshell news, revealing that the 17-year-old Nigerian wonderkid has already agreed personal terms and is set to undergo a medical with the French club this week.
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"Deal in place with Royal Antwerp for a fee around €20m, medical tests booked — all set to be completed this week," the renowned journalist tweeted.
"Ilenikhena has agreed on terms, a huge move for present and future," the reliable Italia added.
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The mega-money transfer represents a massive coup for Monaco, who have beaten off stiff competition from Europe's elite to secure the services of one of Nigeria's most promising young talents, initially valued at N28billion.
Ilenikhena has been making waves in Belgium, impressing with his performances for Royal Antwerp's youth teams and earning praise after pulling some incredible numbers during his debut.
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At just 17 years old, the Nigerian youngster has already showcased his immense potential, and Monaco will be hoping he can develop into a world-class player under the tutelage of their renowned coaching staff.
With the deal set to be finalised in the coming days, Ilenikhena will be swapping the comforts of Belgium for the bright lights of the French Riviera, leaving behind compatriot and last man standing in Royal, Alhassan Yusuf, the AFCON 2023 Super Eagles star.
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This transfer is sure to come as a surprise to many as Nigeria's latest prodigy prepares to take the Ligue 1 by storm.
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