Al Ahli Target In-Form Super Eagles Striker With N13 Billion Annual Salary

Al Ahli Target In-Form Super Eagles Striker With N13 Billion Annual Salary 

By Niyi Busari 

Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli Saudi FC are reportedly preparing a major contract offer to sign Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu during the upcoming summer transfer window, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Nigeria national football team forward has been in outstanding form for Turkish club Trabzonspor in the Süper Lig, emerging as one of the most prolific attackers in the league this season.

Onuachu has played a crucial role in Trabzonspor’s push for a top-three finish, scoring 18 goals and providing two assists in 21 league appearances. His impressive performances have attracted interest from several clubs abroad, with Al-Ahli reportedly ready to offer the 31-year-old an annual salary of around €8 million—approximately ₦13 billion.

Such a deal would represent a significant pay rise for the striker, potentially quadrupling his current earnings in Turkey and becoming the most lucrative contract of his career.

Al-Ahli are believed to be planning ahead for the possible departure of English forward Ivan Toney and view Onuachu as a suitable replacement thanks to his proven goal-scoring record and relatively modest transfer valuation compared with other high-profile strikers.

Reports suggest Trabzonspor could be willing to consider offers in the region of €10 million for the Nigerian forward—an amount well within the financial capabilities of the Saudi club competing in the Saudi Pro League.

While Onuachu has settled well in Turkey, the prospect of joining an ambitious Saudi club backed by significant financial resources may prove a compelling opportunity.

The potential transfer also highlights the continuing trend of clubs in the Middle East targeting experienced players from European leagues with lucrative offers. For Onuachu, the decision could involve weighing his commitment to Trabzonspor against the opportunity to secure a major contract as he enters the later stages of his professional career.