Imoh Ezekiel’s Future Uncertain Amid Growing Transfer Interest at Standard Liège
The future of Nigerian striker Imoh Ezekiel at Standard Liège remains uncertain as the Belgian club faces the prospect of further player departures ahead of the new season.
In a statement released on the club’s official website, Standard Liège acknowledged that several key players could be on their way out, with Ezekiel among those attracting strong interest from clubs across Europe and beyond. The club stressed its intention to respect the player’s wishes but made clear any potential transfer would only proceed once a suitable replacement is found.
Imoh Ezekiel, 20, has impressed during his time at Standard, quickly becoming a regular in the first team and drawing attention from multiple suitors. Among the clubs reportedly interested is UAE side Al-Jazira, while recent reports from Belgian media outlet Het Laatste Nieuws suggest lucrative offers from Russia and Qatar are on the table.
Sources indicate that bids ranging between €8 million and €10 million have been made to the club, an attractive figure for Standard given the relatively low cost they initially paid for the Nigerian forward. Furthermore, Ezekiel himself is said to be tempted by the prospect of a significant salary increase — potentially quadrupling his current wages — in these lucrative markets.
From a financial standpoint, the potential transfer represents an excellent opportunity for Standard to capitalise on one of their brightest talents. However, sporting director Michel Preud’homme has hinted at the challenges the club would face in replacing a promising forward who has become a key part of the team’s attacking setup.
“We will always consider the player’s wishes, but our priority remains to secure a quality solution for the squad before letting anyone go,” Preud’homme said.
Ezekiel’s departure would follow a series of high-profile exits at Standard Liège this summer, raising questions over the club’s ability to maintain competitiveness in the Belgian Pro League. The club is now under pressure to both strengthen the squad and retain promising talents amid increasing interest from clubs willing to invest heavily in emerging players.
For Ezekiel, a move abroad could mark the next step in his development after showcasing his potential in Belgium. His pace, physicality, and goal-scoring instinct have made him a standout figure at Standard, and a transfer to a club offering both financial rewards and a competitive environment would be an appealing proposition.
The coming weeks will be crucial as negotiations unfold. While Standard Liège remains open to offers, any final decision will depend on the player’s ambitions and the club’s ability to secure reinforcements that can maintain their sporting ambitions.
