SUPER Eagles forward Chrisantus Uche is keen on a switch to clubs England this summer, reports in Spain have claimed.
The 22-year-old Nigeria international, who joined Getafe 12 months ago for only €500,000, has been a revelation in the Spanish top flight, and this could lead to him making the next step in his career.
Last summer, Uche joined Getafe from then-third tier side AD Ceuta as a midfielder, but he predominantly played in attacking areas throughout last season and his performances attracted attention – most notably from the likes of Newcastle United, Aston Villa and Bournemouth, according to Football Espana.
Getafe president Angel Torres confirmed on Tuesday (via Diario AS) that Uche has set his sights on a move to the English Premier League.
“Uche doesn’t even know what he wants. He has offers from Serie A, but he wants to leave only if he goes to the Premier League, I don’t know why. This week we will meet with him and see him,” Torres said.
The sale of Uche would allow Getafe to significantly strengthen, with the Nigerian having a €25m release clause in his contract.
Getafe would be disappointed to see Uche go, as Torres has suggested, but there is no doubt that his departure would allow Jose Bordalas’ squad to be significantly strengthened ahead of the 2025-2026 season kicking off next month.
It is still possible that Uche stays at Getafe, but the comments from Torres will put English clubs on alert.
Uche scored four goals and made six assists in 33 LaLiga appearances for Getafe last season and made his Super Eagles debut in the Unity Cup match against Jamaica in May.