Many African clubs are beginning to show interest in Okechukwu Kalu who is currently playing in Stade De Malian Football Club of Bamako, Mali.
Speaking with our correspondent in Lagos, Kalu manager, Uchenna Samuel Eke said his player is hot presently and many clubs in Africa are chasing Kanu to put his signature for them in the next season.
Eke who doubles as sports director of Samjason FC of Lagos said the former Sokoto United player has distinguished himself in Malian league by winning the league and Malian FA Cup for his club.
“Kalu is currently a hot demand for many clubs in Africa because of his performances at the just concluded CAF League Champions and Malian league.Presently I don’t want to mention or reveal the clubs showing interest in Kalu because negotiations are still going on and as soon as we are through, I will reveal Kalu next Club to the public,”he said.
Eke said if Kalu is continued the way is playing,he would quickly invite to senior national team.
“Kalu is just 19years old but he has brighter and rewarding future. I would not be surprised if he plays for any European club and invite to national team in the nearest future.When he was in Sokoto United,he was outstanding and when he is in Stade De Malian,he is superb and this is to tell you that Kalu has carved a niche for himself and his time has come to take his career to next level,” said Eke who disclosed that Kalu started his football career in Samjason FC.
