Nigerian midfielder moves to Saudi Arabia on a contract until 2028
Al-Hilal have completed the signing of Nigerian international midfielder Christy Ucheibe from Benfica.
Ucheibe has signed a contract with the Saudi Arabian club until 2028, ending a six-year spell with Benfica.
The move represents a significant new chapter for the midfielder, who now heads to Saudi Arabia to continue her career.
Six Years at Benfica
Ucheibe leaves Benfica after spending six seasons with the Portuguese club.
During that time, she established herself as an important player at both club and international level.
Her departure marks the end of a major chapter in her European career and opens the door to a completely new challenge in Saudi Arabia.
Reunited With Asisat Oshoala
One of the most interesting aspects of the transfer is Ucheibe’s new connection in Saudi Arabia.
The midfielder will join fellow Nigerian international Asisat Oshoala at Al-Hilal. 🇳🇬🤝
The presence of one of Nigeria’s most recognisable attacking players should provide Ucheibe with a familiar face as she adapts to her new surroundings.
It also adds another Nigerian connection to Al-Hilal’s squad.
A New Challenge in Saudi Arabia
Ucheibe’s move comes as women’s football in Saudi Arabia continues to develop.
After six seasons in Portugal, the midfielder will now experience a different footballing environment and take on a new challenge with Al-Hilal.
At international level, her experience with Nigeria should also prove valuable as she begins this next stage of her career.
Transfer Details
● Player: Christy Ucheibe
● Nationality: Nigeria 🇳🇬
● Position: Midfielder
● Previous club: Benfica 🇵🇹
● Benfica spell: 6 seasons
● New club: Al-Hilal 🇸🇦
● Contract: Until 2028
● International: Nigeria 🇳🇬
● New teammate: Asisat Oshoala 🇳🇬
● Status: Official
Transfer Tribune Verdict
A fascinating new chapter for Ucheibe.
Leaving Benfica after six seasons is a major career decision, but the move to Al-Hilal gives the Nigerian international a completely new challenge.
The fact that she will also join Asisat Oshoala makes the transfer even more interesting from a Nigerian football perspective.
Ucheibe now has the opportunity to bring her European experience to Saudi Arabia and play an important role in Al-Hilal’s ambitions.
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