Nigerian striker Afolabi joins Argentinian club Talleres

After their recent promotion to Argentina’s top flight, Talleres, a club based in Cordoba, have been incorporating new players to their squad, with Nigerian striker Afolabi amongst them.

The 22-year old attacker had impressed coach Frank Kudelka during a pre-season trial, and as a result will remain at the Argentine club for the coming year on loan.With the signing now complete, Afolabi becomes just the 11th African player currently playing in Argentina.

El delantero Okikiola Afolabi se incorpora a #Talleres → https://t.co/0Er7a25Rw4 pic.twitter.com/J7ZNRakpP5

— C.A. Talleres (@CATalleresdecba) August 31, 2016

Last season, the striker scored 13 goals for the Sunshine Stars, while he also has featured for the Nigerian U20 and U23 sides.