Italian Serie A giants Juventus have secured the services of Onyi Jennifer Echegini in a significant signing, AfricaSoccer.com can confirm
The 22-year-old, born in the Netherlands and raised in England, recently inked a two-year deal with the prestigious Italian club until June 30, 2026.
Echegini, a midfielder, is a prominent member of the Nigeria national football team and arrives at Juventus from Florida State University in the United States of America.
Having played a pivotal role for the Seminoles, Echegini garnered attention for her remarkable talent, earning a spot in the Super Falcons.
Her achievements include representing Nigeria in the FIFA Women’s World Cup last year, being a MAC Hermann award finalist, and clinching the Honda Sport Award for women’s football.
In 2023, she showcased her scoring prowess with 16 goals, ranking eighth in her university’s history.
Notably, Echegini was the first among the Florida State Seminoles to achieve double-digit goals for multiple seasons consecutively since Deyna Castellanos.
Her accolades, including ACC Offensive Player of the Year and United Soccer Coaches First Team All-American, underline her exceptional contributions to both her university and national team.
The signing marks a significant chapter in Echegini’s career as she joins Juventus for the next phase of her football journey.
