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Obinna Nsofor credits Kanu for Hammers move

Nsofor credits Kanu for Hammers move

Posted: 2010-09-09 10:03

West Ham striker Obinna Nsofor has revealed a discussion with his hero Nwankwo Kanu persuaded him to make a move into the Premier League and has vowed to make the East End his new home. 

Nsofor, 23, completed a season-long loan move from Inter Milan last month and is determined to become a star in England this season.

The Nigerian international is regarded as one of his country‘s most exciting talents and he is determined to show he can compete at the highest level.

Several big clubs across Europe were chasing his signature, but Nsofor chose West Ham following a lengthy discussion with his Nigerian teammate Kanu who played under Avram Grant last season and told him to make a move to West Ham.

Nsofor told talksport.com on Wednesday, “I spoke to the Legend, as we call him in Nigeria, for advice. Kanu is the king. He said many good things. He was so excited for me to come here.

“He gave me some advice before signing for West Ham and told me to go for it. He encouraged me. He has played under the manager and said they had a very positive relationship.

“I have spoken to all of my teammates in the national team. They are so excited. Inter have an amazing stadium but West Ham have a big culture and a very long history.

“It is an impressive stadium with so much history and I am looking forward to making it my home. I am going to have a nice life here.”

Nsofor is hoping to make an immediate debut against Chelsea at Upton Park on Saturday.

The talented forward is not concerned by West Ham‘s poor start to the season and feels they have enough quality in the squad to move well clear of the bottom three. 

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Soccer_Pro: 2010-09-09 10:43

I'm wishing you and all other nigerian players in EPL and other leagues all the best.We're solidly behind you and hope your performances this season will erase the past mistakes you made in the world cup.Up Nigeria

Ugonna: 2010-09-09 12:09

@blessedone
It will be Westham 3 - 1 Chelsea

Ugonna: 2010-09-09 12:11

@blessedone
It will be Westham 3 - 1 Chelsea


3 goals from Nsofor and 1 goal from Mikel

The word.: 2010-09-09 13:38

@Ugonna, i understand nsofor goals, but mikel goal is a mirage.

honest man: 2010-09-09 13:45

Goodluck, God will allow you to achieve your Goals in England so that you can be able to move from West harm and go back to inter or any better club like Liverpool or Man united

Mr. Mallam: 2010-09-09 13:45

U can make it...jus up d pace of ur game a bit..dnt hold unto d bal to much un necesry cos u dnt have dat freedom in england..best of luck hope u help westham to atleast a draw againts chelsea..

Mr. Mallam: 2010-09-09 13:47

U can make it...jus up d pace of ur game a bit..dnt hold unto d bal to much un necesry cos u dnt have dat freedom in england..best of luck hope u help westham to atleast a draw againts chelsea..

murphy: 2010-09-09 14:08

@Soccer_Pro or what ever name u called ur self dream on?

Freeman: 2010-09-09 14:36

@Ugonna, If Nsofor get a Hatrick from Chelsea, Inter will declare him not for sale, and Man U will price him away with a lucrative offer 24 Mil offer, while Chelsea will hijack the deal before its through.
If Mikel scores in this match, Mourinho will declare his interest in his former ward, and SAF will say he could have been scoring regularly if he were in Manchester.
But lets dream on...
But one thing is certain, if he get a debut against the blues, he is sure to scare ferreira will his speed and cause Alex some worrying moments but to score? Carlton Cole couldn't neither will a debutant!

D&J Moore Agency: 2010-09-09 21:15

we will be watching you Nsofor.

doparaji: 2010-09-10 10:16

Wishing all Nigeria professional abroad there best this,and this will help us in 2012 Africa cup of nation,God bless u all.

doparaji: 2010-09-10 10:18

Wishing all Nigerian professionals abroad there best this season,and this will help us in 2012 Africa cup of nation,God bless u all more grace.

Nwaigbo Abraham : 2010-09-10 13:45

Nsofor my brother, I wish you the best. GO and SHINE!

BULLY: 2010-09-11 01:03

All of you wishing Nsofor well, very nice of you. Good things will follow you too.

@ Murphy,
Do not pay attention to that enemy of progress calling himself "MURPHY". Remain positive. Negative people will always want to drag you down.