In a surprising turn of events, Boavista’s star defender Chidozie Awaziem’s much-anticipated reunion with FC Nantes has come to a grinding halt. After a successful stint in Croatia last season, Awaziem’s career seemed destined to continue in Portugal.
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However, despite FC Nantes’ initial interest in acquiring his services, their pursuit has hit a roadblock.
Awaziem, a Nigeria international, had expressed his desire to return to FC Nantes, where he had previously spent a fruitful loan spell during the 2017-2018 season.
The deal seemed promising, with Awaziem’s positive performance and FC Nantes’ eagerness to bring him back. Nevertheless, recent developments have quashed this possibility.
Reports confirm that Boavista, the Portuguese club currently holding Awaziem’s contract, has cut off all communication with FC Nantes. The breakdown in negotiations stems from apparent frustration on Boavista’s part regarding FC Nantes’ sluggish approach to the transfer.
Boavista’s leadership perceived this delay as an attempt by FC Nantes to secure Awaziem’s services without incurring a transfer compensation fee of 1.5 million euros.
Awaziem’s situation with Boavista took an interesting twist as he was embroiled in a dispute over unpaid wages.
Despite the initial threat of leaving the club for free, both parties managed to resolve their differences. FC Nantes signaled their willingness to meet the financial demands, hoping to pave the way for Awaziem’s return.
However, with negotiations at a standstill, Boavista has made it unequivocally clear that they have no intentions of parting ways with the talented defender.
Awaziem’s remarkable performance at Boavista has solidified his stature, contributing significantly to the club’s recent victories.
With impressive wins against Benfica (3-2) and Portimonense (4-1), Awaziem has showcased his prowess on the field.
As the situation stands, Awaziem is set to remain with Boavista and is expected to feature in their upcoming match against Casa Pia. While FC Nantes’ pursuit has hit a dead end, the football world remains intrigued by the unfolding events surrounding Chidozie Awaziem’s future.
