Sports News of Thursday, 18 July 2024

Source: www.mynigeria.com

'The legacy continues' — Aiyegbeni, Troost-Ekong lead praise as Enyeama's son signs first pro contract with Lille

Vincent Enyeama's son signs first professional contract with Lille Vincent Enyeama's son signs first professional contract with Lille

Vincent Enyeama's son has signed his first professional contract with French Ligue 1 club Lille.

The former Super Eagles goalkeeper announced this on social media on Wednesday, July 17.

"God is the greatest. Home sweet home. Back home in a different skin," Enyeama wrote on Instagram.

The young Enyeama has followed in his father's footsteps after being promoted to Lille's U-18 team, having made 143 appearances for the junior team.

Vincent Enyeama's post has received congratulations messages from other Super Eagles stars, including Yakubu Aiyegbeni, Anthony Nwakaeme, and William Troost-Ekong.

Yakubu Aiyegbeni wrote, "Congratulations!" Anthony Nwakaeme added, "The legacy continues. I hope he can use both feet. I was a big fan of you, mainly because of how you made it look easy with your feet. No goalkeeper in Africa comes close."

William Troost-Ekong and Adebayo Adeleye also celebrated with emojis, congratulating Enyeama's son on his achievement.