Transfer: Akpom set to join Lille on loan

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9 months ago

January 31, 2025

Chuba Akpom is set to join Ligue 1 club Lille on loan from Ajax, DAILY POST reports.

According to De Telegraaf, the two clubs have reached an agreement for the forward’s transfer.

Lille, who will cover the full salary, have the option to make the deal permanent for €12.5 million at the end of the season.

The Nigerian will take the place of Mohamed Bayo in the team.

Bayo is expected to join Belgian Pro League side Royal Antwerp on loan before the end of the transfer window.

Akpom has struggled for a regular starting spot at Ajax due to the presence of forwards Brian Brobbey and Wout Weghorst.

DAILY POST recalls that Ajax signed Akpom from Sky Bet Championship club Middlesbrough for €12.3 million in 2023.

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