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Barcelona In Shock Moves For Cristiano Ronaldo

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3 years ago

July 5, 2022

Joel Ajayi with agency report

Cataluña club of Spain Barcelona have allegedly emerged as shock contenders to sign Christian Ronaldo from Manchester United this summer.

The Red Devils welcomed the 37-year-old back to Old Trafford for a second spell last year, and he enjoyed a strong campaign at an individual level with 24 strikes from 38 matches in all tournaments.

Ronaldo found the back of the net 18 times in the Premier League, but his efforts could only help the 20-time English champions qualify for the Europa League in sixth place.

In spite of the arrival of Erik ten Hag, is understood to have told Man United that he wants to leave in the current window amid fears that he will not be able to fulfil his silverware ambitions at Old Trafford.

Man United have no intention of parting ways with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, who has another 12 months left on his contract with the option to extend until the end of the 2023-24 season.

Chelsea are thought to be at the head of the queue to sign Ronaldo if he does leave Man United, with new Blues owner Todd Boehly recently discussing the idea with agent Jorge Mendes.

However, Report from Spain claims that Barcelona are also interested in signing the Portugal international, in spite of his association with bitter rivals Real Madrid.

Ronaldo spent nine years on the books at Real Madrid, winning four Champions Leagues and scoring 450 goals in 438 appearances before leaving for Juventus in 2018.

The report adds that Mendes has now met with Barcelona president Joan Laporta, during which the pair floated the idea of a sensational switch to Camp Nou for Ronaldo while also discussing other players.

Barcelona president Laporta allegedly wanted to bring Ronaldo to the club in 2021 amid his then-uncertain future, but Barcelona’s long-running financial problems made a deal impossible.

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NSC Sets Up Organizing Committee for 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships

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3 hours ago

May 13, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially constituted the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 3rd combined African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, scheduled to hold from July 16 to 20, 2025, in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The LOC comprises fifteen distinguished professionals with proven expertise in sports administration and corporate affairs. Their appointment underscores the Commission’s commitment to delivering a world-class championship that meets global standards.

The African U18/U20 Athletics Championship is a premier continental event that brings together over 500 junior athletes from across Africa. With participation expected from 53 countries, the championship is a major event in the African athletics calendar.

Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, will serve as Chairman of the Organising Committee, while the Ogun State Commissioner for Sports, Hon. Wasiu Isiaka, has been appointed Vice Chairman.

According to Hon. Olopade, hosting the 3rd edition of this prestigious biennial championship reflects the new direction of sports under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, positioning Nigeria as a destination for international sporting events.

“This speaks to the sports economy, this speaks to hospitality, this speaks to wealth creation and this speaks to infrastructure development.”

Hon. Olopade further attributed the successful bid to host the championship to the availability of world-class sports infrastructure in Ogun State.

The state’s MKO Abiola International Stadium, upgraded for the Gateway Games, was a key factor in securing the hosting rights.

“The Sports facilities in Abeokuta are world class and hosting the U18/U20 African Championship is one of the benefits of hosting the National Sports Festival and I must once again thank the Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, for his Sporting Vision,” he added.

Members of the Local Organising Committee: 1. Hon. Bukola Olopade – Chairman 2. Hon. Wasiu Isiaka – Vice Chairman 3. Mr. Osaze Ubueze – Member (Corporate Nigeria) 4. Ms. Rosa Collins – Member 5. Mr. Gadzama Tafiga – Member 6. Mrs. Maria Wophil – Member 7. Ms. Chichi Nwoko – Member 8. Mr. Nnefiok Udo-Ubong – Member 9. Mr. Gowon Apondona – Member 10. Mallam Ladan Mustapha – Member 11. Mrs. Arabinrin Aderonke – Member 12. Barr. Musa Amadu – Member 13. Mr. Jude Anyadufu – Member 14. Mr. Babatunde Adeluola – Member 15. Mr. Shagaya Abdulmumeen – Secretary

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