Brazilian league outfit, America Futebol Clube PE, has officially announced the signing of Nigeria’s junior international, Oluwasegun Otusanya, on a long-term deal, as reported by aclsports.com.
The Flying Eagles forward, a standout member of the Class of 2023, has signed a four-year contract that ties him to the Recife-based club until 2028.
Otusanya’s remarkable scoring record with FK Haugesund’s B team in Norway last season drew interest from clubs in both Europe and South America. However, the 20-year-old opted to take his talents to Brazil.
A former player at Stars Builders Academy, Otusanya netted 32 goals in just 36 matches for FK Haugesund B. He is expected to significantly bolster America Clube’s attacking lineup in their Serie A3 campaign.
America Clube President, Eduardo Peixoto, hailed the signing as a milestone in the club’s strategy to scout African talent and credited the partnership with Stars Builders Academy for making it possible.
“We are thrilled that Samuel and Stars Builders Academy embraced our vision. Nigerian football has a rich heritage, with players like Kanu, Okocha, Finidi, and Osimhen inspiring us to seek talents at their source,” said Peixoto.
He added that Otusanya’s arrival marks the beginning of a fruitful collaboration. “This is the first of many ventures in this partnership. I deeply appreciate the efforts and professionalism of CEO Ayodeji Adegbenro, who expertly handled the negotiations. I am confident that Samuel ‘The Machine’ Otusanya will thrive in Brazil,” Peixoto concluded.
Otusanya becomes the second Stars Builders Academy graduate to secure a move in recent weeks, following Sulaiman Shehu’s transfer to SJK Finland.
