SuperSport United starlet Ime Okon has turned down an opportunity to play in Europe for now while signing a new deal.
In January, the 20-year-old defender jetted off to Ukraine to be assessed by Ukrainian giants Dynamo Kyiv.
And while he impressed during his trial, Okon opted against the move, according to SuperSport United CEO Stanley Matthews.
This could be due to an ongoing political war between Ukraine and Russia.
Now, according to Matthews Okon accepted a contract extension offer from SuperSport United for the next three years.
Furthermore, Matthews confirmed that there three other European clubs that have shown interest in Okon.
And as a result, SuperSport United decided to insert a new but undisclosed buyout clause on Okon’s contract.
SUPERSPORT UNITED TIE DOWN STARLET AFTER REJECTING EURO OFFER
“Yes, Kyiv are still keen on Ime, but he has rejected the move for now,” Matthews told FARPost.
“We have interest from 3 other European clubs – I can’t reveal names for now. But we have agreed with Ime to pursue these options in July while we focus on our end of season results.
“He has, meanwhile, extended his agreement with us by a further year with a fair international buyout clause effective July 2025. We don’t anticipate Ime playing for us next season.”
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