Apollon Limassol, a leading club in the Cypriot First Division, has reportedly received a bid for their star central defender, Godswill Ekpolo, from Swedish club BK Häcken, according to allnigeriasoccer.com.
Ekpolo, known for his roots in the prestigious Barcelona academy, has caught the eye of the Allsvenskan side, which is prepared to spend 250,000 euros for the Nigerian-born player’s services.
According to Fotbolltransfers, citing Protathlima, BK Häcken’s interest in Ekpolo is strong, and they are even willing to increase their offer to secure his return. However, Apollon Limassol is standing firm on their stance that Ekpolo is not for sale, despite his contract winding down with just three months remaining.
The Cypriot club is keen on extending Ekpolo’s tenure with them, though negotiations seem to be at a standstill. Ekpolo’s career, which has seen him don the colors of clubs like IFK Norrköping, Fleetwood Town, and Mérida AD, took a significant turn last year when he left Swedish football for Apollon Limassol. Since his arrival, he has been a pivotal figure for the team, contributing to five goals (three goals and two assists) in 41 appearances across all competitions.
Interestingly, Ekpolo’s current market value is estimated at €1.2 million, a figure significantly higher than the bid made by BK Häcken. For more details on his career and value, visit his profile on Transfermarkt.
Ekpolo’s potential return to BK Häcken, where he previously made 113 appearances and contributed to sixteen goals (six goals and ten assists), is a storyline to watch. Born in Benin City, Ekpolo has declared his allegiance to Nigeria over Spain, adding an international layer to his professional career. His connection with Nigeria was highlighted when he trained with the Dream Team before the 2016 Olympic Games.
As BK Häcken looks to bolster their squad following a third-place finish in the Allsvenskan in 2023, the presence of Nigerian midfielder Ishaq Abdulrazak, on loan from Anderlecht, could be a draw for Ekpolo. However, Apollon Limassol’s resolve to keep their defender could see this transfer saga extend further into the season.
