Liverpool Completes Signing Of 20-Year-Old Nigerian Star Striker

The WSL champions completed the move for the 20-year-old Nigerian forward this morning.

Liverpool boss Matt Beard insists the signing of one of the world's best youngster shows how far the Women's Super League has come, and is pleased to welcome her to the camp in a bid for a third straight title.

Reds boss, Beard, said: "I'm absolutely thrilled to have signed Asisat as she is

one of the world's top young footballers. Asisat proved in the U20 World Cup what a top-class talent she is and this signing is a big coup for us

"The Women's Super League continues to improve year after year, so it is vital that we strengthen our squad following last season's successful title defence. This signing is definitely one that the supporters can be extremely excited about."

Oshoala joins from Nigerian Women’s Championship title winners, Rivers Angels.

And she said: "Since I began my football career I have always dreamt of being a professional footballer, so to be able to join the reigning Women's Super League champions is absolutely fantastic.

"Liverpool Ladies are a massive club, who have some fantastic players who I believe can help to develop my game to the next level. It was also a big incentive to be able to play in the UEFA Women's Champions League, which is a huge competition and one I'm confident we can do well in." - Dailystar

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