Spanish side Villarreal have secured the services of Beninese striker Merveille Akinocho, signing him on a long‑term contract after he reached the age of 18.
Akinocho, who developed his skills at the Nigerian academy Beyond Limits, has now joined the La Liga club as part of its ongoing search for young talent from Africa.
Beyond Limits is known for nurturing promising players across the continent, and Akinocho’s move to Europe marks a significant milestone for the academy’s reputation.
Villarreal, a club that has recently produced and sold several high‑profile forwards, will be looking to integrate the 18‑year‑old into its squad or loan him out for further development.
Details of the contract, including its length and any transfer fee, have not been disclosed by either party.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
