Nigerian Striker Eventually Turns Pro After Previous Failed Attempts

Three years ago, Nigerian forward Barnabas Imenger Jr. saw an end to a dream. Summoned to the Nigerian national team in 2012 by Stephen Keshi, Imenger first tried playing abroad in 2013 with Swedish second tier side Trelleborg FF.

Unfortunately, his six-month deal with the club ended abruptly with just a single appearance for the side. But it was only a first attempt and the 25-year-old finally got another chance with Algerian side, Mouloudia Club d’Alger.

Imenger Jr – son of former Super Eagles star Barnabas Imenger – signed a deal with the side after impressing coaches during an audition.

Stints with Nigeria premier league sides Lobi Stars and Kano Pillars followed before switching to Marske United Football Club, a 9^th tier outfit in England, making ten cameos for the Seasiders and scoring ten times.

But these transfers didn’t help him attain his dream of turning professional until he got offered a try-out with Algeria’s MC.

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