Nigeria's Rofiat Imuran Signs Three-Year Deal with London City Lionesses
English Women's Championship side London City Lionesses has secured the services of talented Nigerian winger Rofiat Imuran on a free transfer.
_Imuran's Impressive Pedigree_
The 20-year-old joins from French club Stade de Reims, where she played a crucial role in back-to-back top-six finishes in the French Division 1. Imuran's experience also includes stints with Rivers Angels and Sunshine Queens in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership.
_International Accolades_
Imuran has represented Nigeria at multiple levels, including:
- 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia (Super Falcons)
- 2024 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Colombia
_London City Lionesses Ambitions_
Imuran's signing bolsters the Lionesses' push for promotion to the Barclays Women's Super League (WSL). She joins the squad at Hayes Lane, with her first-team training already underway.
_Upcoming Debut_
Imuran is expected to make her London City Lionesses debut on Sunday, October 13, against Charlton Athletic in the Barclays Women's Championship.
_Nigeria's Growing Presence in English Football_
Imuran's arrival marks the second Nigerian international in English football, joining Toni Payne, who signed with Everton this summer.
With Imuran's pace, skill, and experience, London City Lionesses is poised to make a strong push for the top tier.
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