Super Eagles midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi, has revealed that he rejected a bumper deal to China in favour of playing in Europe.
Onazi, 24, who plays for Trabzonspor in Turkey, has allegedly been on the wishlist of several Chinese Super League (CSL) sides.
But it appears the ex-Lazio star wasn’t cajoled by the astronomical wages on offer in the Asian nation – which is rapidly becoming the haven for Nigerian players.
Instead, the midfielder has pledged his future to the Turkish side – stressing he still has loads of things to achieve in Europe.
“I have finally decided not to go to China despite the mega offers from there. I just told the club that I am not interested in leaving Europe now,” the 24-year-old told AfricanFootball.
“My reasons are because I have a lot to achieve in Europe, I have my mind here in Europe and I am still focusing on becoming greater in Europe and hope to achieve my aims before I can leave.
“The Chinese clubs kept increasing the offer thinking it’s because of money, but I said no to the move for now. I want to be focused so as to achieve my aim here with better opportunities.”
