Innocent Ejiofor could follow in the footsteps of Juventus centre-back Merih Demiral by playing for a big club in Europe sooner than expected, according to AC Alcanenense’s president Jose Tarcato.
Amid interest from Germany, France and Belgium, the Portuguese outfit scouted the Nigeria youth international who missed out on the 2015 U17 World Cup owing to injury.
Since his arrival, Ejiofor has understandably drawn high praise for his instant impact in Pedro Gil’s squad, characterised by a series of eye-catching displays from his left wing-back position.
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The 19-year-old has been tipped to emulate former Alcanenense star Demiral who now features in Maurizio Sarri’s team.