BY RAYMOND NWADUBA

Fast approaching SPOCS scouting tournament has received a major boost following the agreement by English Premier League (EPL) top side, Newcastle United FC former Chief scout, Lockhart George Geoffrey to join the program train.

The seasoned scout, who has giving his full commitment to be amongst the the list of scouts and agents expected to be present during the program, will be here with the sole intention or mindset to lookout for top talents.
This much we were told by amiable SPOCS Nigeria host, Agbejoye Gbenga, who spoke to us exclusively.

"We are excited to have on our list of top agents and scouts who will be gracing our scouting tournament, former Newcastle United Chief scout, Lockhart George Geoffrey.

"This has further boosted our team and shows how far SPOCS can go in ensuring that the very best from Europe top clubs come around to pick our talented young players to renowned clubsides where they can kick start their football playing career", he stated.

Other top agents and scouts will also be in attendance from various parts of Europe for the 3-day program, which will take place at the magnificent Remo Stars stadium, at Ikenne, Ogun state, Nigeria.

Some of the other top scouts and agents coming for the program are Ozdemir Gude Fazil from Turkey, Wieners Niclas Bruno Paul from Germany, Samba Cherno from Northern Ireland, Gultekin Ersin from Austria, Vjetrovic Marko from Serbia.

Others are Moukoko Borel from Germany, Dir David Kevin from USA, Payer Helge from Austria and Njie Kebba from Sweden amongst others. 
Meanwhile, well over 24 teams will be participating at the scouting tournament billed to hold from October 2 to October 5, 2023.