Paul Onuachu has been named in Southampton’s matchday squad for the first time in 419 days, as the club faces Bournemouth in a Premier League clash. The Nigerian forward last featured in a Southampton squad on August 8, 2023, in a Carabao Cup match against Gillingham. After a lengthy absence, Onuachu is a surprise inclusion on the bench, alongside fellow Nigerian international Joe Aribo.
Since joining Southampton from Racing Genk in January 2023, Onuachu has made 12 appearances for the club. As Southampton searches for their first win since returning to the Premier League, Onuachu’s inclusion offers a potential boost.
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Paul Onuachu’s return to Southampton’s squad after more than a year marks an important moment in the Nigerian striker’s career. His loan spell at Trabzonspor was clearly beneficial, allowing him to regain form and confidence with an impressive goal scoring record. For us, this reintroduction to the Southampton lineup could signify a fresh start for Onuachu as he looks to establish himself in the Premier League.
Onuachu spent the 2023-2024 season on loan at Trabzonspor, where he rediscovered his form, scoring 17 goals in 25 appearances. Despite Trabzonspor’s interest in re signing him during the summer transfer window, they were priced out of a move, with Southampton valuing Onuachu at €15 million.
His goal scoring prowess could be exactly what Southampton needs to turn their fortunes around as they seek their first league win. If Onuachu can translate his success in Turkey to the English league, he could prove to be a valuable asset for the team.
Did You Know?
- Paul Onuachu scored 17 goals in 25 appearances for Trabzonspor during his loan spell in the 2023-2024 season.
- He joined Southampton from Racing Genk in January 2023 but struggled to make an impact before his loan move to Turkey.
- Southampton valued Onuachu at €15 million, which priced out a potential permanent move to Trabzonspor during the summer transfer window.
- Onuachu last appeared in a Southampton squad on August 8, 2023, in a Carabao Cup match, making this his first squad involvement in 419 days.
- The Nigerian forward has previously been a key player for Genk, where he won the Belgian Pro League Golden Boot.
