Nigerian international defender signs until 2029
SL Benfica have completed the signing of Nigerian international centre-back Oluwatosin “Tosin” Demehin from Galatasaray.
The 24-year-old defender has signed a contract with the Portuguese club until 2029, adding international experience and defensive quality to Benfica’s squad.
Demehin announced her departure from Galatasaray before completing the move to Portugal.
A New Chapter in Portugal
Demehin now makes the move from Turkey to Portugal, joining one of the leading clubs in Portuguese women’s football.
The Nigerian international will be hoping to continue her development at Benfica while competing for major domestic honours and on the European stage.
The long-term contract until 2029 also demonstrates Benfica’s commitment to the defender.
A Growing Nigerian Connection
Demehin will not be the only Nigerian player at Benfica.
She joins fellow Nigerians Janet Akekoromowei and Flourish Sabastine, creating an increasingly strong Nigerian presence within the Portuguese club.
That familiarity could help Demehin settle quickly into her new surroundings.
However, there is another Nigerian international who appears to have played an important role in the transfer.
Agent Ucheibe 😎
Demehin revealed that she spoke with Christy Ucheibe during a Nigeria national team training camp before deciding to join Benfica.
According to Demehin, Ucheibe had plenty of positive things to say about the club.
“Before coming here, I spoke with her (Ucheibe) during the National Team’s training camp. She told me many nice things about the Club.”
It seems Ucheibe may have done some unofficial recruiting for Benfica. 😎🇳🇬
Demehin: “One of the Best Clubs in the World”
The defender is clearly excited about the opportunity.
Demehin believes Benfica’s reputation and environment can help her continue improving as a player.
“Benfica is the best club in Portugal and one of the best clubs in the world. That’s why I know that, being here, I can improve my performance.”
Her comments underline the ambition behind the move.
At 24, Demehin is entering an important stage of her career, and the move to Benfica gives her the opportunity to compete in a new league while continuing to develop at a high level.
Transfer Details
- Player: Oluwatosin “Tosin” Demehin
- Age: 24
- Nationality: Nigeria 🇳🇬
- Position: Centre-back
- Previous club: Galatasaray 🇹🇷
- New club: SL Benfica 🇵🇹
- Contract: Until 2029
- International: Nigeria 🇳🇬
- Nickname: Tosin
- Status: Official
What Demehin Brings to Benfica
Demehin arrives with experience of international football through the Super Falcons and a spell at Galatasaray behind her.
Her move to Benfica should provide another opportunity to develop tactically and technically while competing in a different European football environment.
Benfica will hope her defensive qualities and international experience can strengthen their back line.
Transfer Tribune Verdict
This is a very interesting move for Demehin.
At 24, she is still young enough to have plenty of room for development, but she already has international and European club experience.
The move also has an interesting human element, with Christy Ucheibe apparently helping convince her to make the move.
With fellow Nigerians Janet Akekoromowei and Flourish Sabastine already at Benfica, Demehin should have a familiar connection waiting for her in Portugal.
Now the challenge is to establish herself and take the next step in her career with one of Portugal’s biggest clubs.
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