Chelsea FC Appoints Seyi Olofinjana as New Football Scout
Chelsea Football Club has announced the appointment of former Nigerian international Seyi Olofinjana as their new football scout.
Olofinjana, a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in the beautiful game, will be responsible for identifying and recruiting top talent for the Blues. The 39-year-old former midfielder had a distinguished playing career, featuring for clubs in England, Scotland, and Nigeria.
At the international level, Olofinjana represented Nigeria with distinction, earning 42 caps and scoring 4 goals between 2000 and 2010. He was a key player for the Super Eagles during the 2002 Africa Cup of Nations, scoring a memorable goal against Senegal in the quarterfinals.
Olofinjana's playing career was marked by his vision, passing range, and tenacity, attributes that will serve him well in his new role as a scout. His extensive knowledge of the African football landscape and his connections within the continent will be invaluable assets to Chelsea's scouting network.
In his new position, Olofinjana will work closely with Chelsea's recruitment team to identify top talent in Africa
Seyi Olofinjana's Games and Goals for Nigeria:
- Games: 42
- Goals: 4
- Africa Cup of Nations appearances: 8
- FIFA World Cup appearances: 3
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