Transfer: More clubs enter race for Super Eagles defender

Sport Transfer: More clubs enter race for Super Eagles defender Published on April 21, 2026 By Mike Oyebola googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); More clubs are queuing up for the signature of Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez, DAILY POST reports. Fernandez, who joined Scottish Premiership giants Rangers from Peterborough United last summer, has emerged as one of the most sought after defenders in Europe following an impressive debut season at the Ibrox. The 24-year-old has also earned recognition at the international level, making his debut for Nigeria in a friendly against Iran last month. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); The centre-back further enhanced his profile after he was named in the Scottish Premiership PFA Team of the Season last week. Premier League clubs Chelsea, Arsenal, West Ham United and Everton are among his admirers. Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen have also been linked the 24-year-old. Eredivisie giants, Ajax and Feyenoord have now joined the list of suitors, while Belgian giants, Club Brugge, are also monitoring the player. Fernandez is valued around €35 million by Rangers. Don't Miss Transfer: Bundesliga clubs track Nigerian youngster You may like Transfer: Bundesliga clubs track Nigerian youngster Osimhen will fight, cheat just to win – Iwobi opens up on Super Eagles team-mate Transfer: Onyeka to join Coventry City on permanent deal Arthur Okonkwo, Tosin Adarabioyo: Super Eagles witness influx of foreign-based players Super Eagles: How I chose Nigeria over England – Iwobi opens up Transfer: Swedish club Hammarby sign Nigerian youngster

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