AS Trenčín are expected to reach a final decision regarding the future of Adam Yakubu this week, with the highly rated Nigerian midfielder poised for a January move to one of Europe’s major leagues, according to Footy-Africa.
The 20-year-old has seen his stock rise dramatically in the Slovak Super Liga, prompting a scramble for his signature as the winter transfer window approaches. Championship contenders Watford and Leicester City are understood to be monitoring the youngster’s situation closely, though they face stiff competition from Belgian side KAA Gent and perennial Champions League participants Shakhtar Donetsk.
A source close to the player has confirmed that formal offers are currently being evaluated by the Trenčín hierarchy, with a departure described as “inevitable” following his rapid development over the last twelve months.
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While the club are keen to ensure the best possible deal, the player’s camp expects a resolution before the end of the week, noting that the interest from abroad is both concrete and significant.
Since arriving from Nigeria Premier Football League side Plateau United in 2024, Yakubu has become an indispensable figure in Ricardo Moniz’s starting line-up.
His defensive discipline and consistency in the holding midfield role have been central to Trenčín’s recent form, with the youngster starting 16 of their 18 league fixtures this term. His performances were particularly instrumental in securing back-to-back clean sheets recently and guiding the club into the latter stages of the Slovnaft Cup.
Despite being under contract until the summer of 2026, the sheer volume of interest from across the continent suggests that the Slovakian side are preparing for life without their midfield anchor. For the chasing pack, Yakubu represents one of the most intriguing defensive prospects currently operating in Eastern Europe, offering a blend of physical presence and tactical maturity that appears ready-made for a step-up in competition.
