Serbian club, Red Star Belgrade have announced the signing of Nigeria forward Peter Olayinka.
Olayinka joined Red Star on a free transfer after severing ties with Czech Republic side, Slavia Prague.
The versatile forward signed a three-year contract with the former European champions.
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“I already had the opportunity to visit the stadium and I am delighted with Maracana. It’s great to be in Zvezda, I feel great, everyone welcomed me and I can’t wait to play,” Olayinka told the club’s official website.
“I watched several Zvezda matches during the spring, I saw that we have a lot of quality players and a great team. Coming to Zvezda is a big step for my career.
“I am aware that it is a step forward, and change, although it is not easy, goes with the job of a football player. This is a new challenge that I have set before myself.”
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Good one, our man, signing for a renowned club that may play continental and had won the UEFA Champions League in the 90’s against all odds.
Better that fighting relegation battles two seasons in a row in an overhyped EPL club.