Stoke City and Nottingham Forest eye this Nigerian U23 goalkeeper

Nathaniel Nwosu, a young 19-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper, is currently being targeted by several European clubs for the summer transfer window, including Premier League's Nottingham Forest.

Transfers 23 April 2025 at 13:35

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Stoke City and Nottingham Forest eye this Nigerian U23 goalkeeper

Nathaniel Nwosu at the TotalEnergies Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations, Egypt. [Photo credit/ Imago]

Nathaniel Nwosu, whose height is reported between 1.93 m and 2.03 m depending on sources, is currently attracting interest from several European clubs. At 19, he already has a few caps with the Nigerian local teams (CHAN 2022 qualifiers), U20 (U20 AFCON 2023 and U20 World Cup 2023), and U23 (2024 African Olympic Games).

Nathaniel Ikechukwu Nwosu, born January 10, 2006, is a 19-year-old Nigerian footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Tayport FC in the Midland League and represents the Nigerian national team. Standing at 6 ft 4 in, he’s known for his height, reach, reflexes, and agility.… pic.twitter.com/u1bh9xUxgZ
— The Sainty Way 💙 (@TheSaintyWay) April 22, 2025

After signing with Tayport FC, Nwosu quickly caught the attention of more prestigious clubs. He has undergone trials at Stoke City and Nottingham Forest in England. Although no contract has been signed yet, these trials highlight the growing interest in this young talent. He is currently on trial at St. Johnstones FC, having recently trained with the first team of the Scottish SPFL club.

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St Johnstone have given a trial to Nigerian goalkeeper, Nathaniel Nwosu.

Nwosu took part in a training session with Saints on Tuesday and will be back at McDiarmid Park on Wednesday. [Courier] pic.twitter.com/xX0FT3Z0Sq
— Saints Centre (@SaintsCentreFC) April 23, 2025