Ivorian centre-back Eric Bailly chooses Saudi switch with Al Najmah amid AFCON uncertainty Africans Abroad archives Côte d’Ivoire Football Foreign Leagues Latest News Transfers & Rumours

Ivorian centre-back Eric Bailly chooses Saudi switch with Al Najmah amid AFCON uncertainty

Eric Bailly is set to embark on a new chapter in his career by joining Saudi Pro League newcomers Al Najmah SC, following the end of his contract with Spanish club Villarreal. The Ivorian centre-back, now 31, has opted for the ambitious project in Saudi Arabia despite reported interest from clubs in La Liga and […]

Ivorian international Eric Bailly intensifies training as he awaits next career move Africans Abroad archives Côte d’Ivoire Football Foreign Leagues Latest News

Ivorian international Eric Bailly intensifies training as he awaits next career move

Eric Bailly is currently focused on regaining peak physical condition as he prepares to embark on the next chapter of his professional career. Unattached for over a week, the Ivorian international is putting in the work behind the scenes while weighing his options across several potential destinations. After parting ways with his previous club, Bailly […]

Eric Bailly parts ways with Villarreal after second spell at the club Africans Abroad archives Côte d’Ivoire Football Foreign Leagues Latest News Transfers & Rumours

Ivorian defender Eric Bailly on Trabzonspor’s radar as Villarreal exit nears

Trabzonspor are among a number of clubs monitoring Eric Bailly, with the Ivorian defender expected to leave Villarreal when his contract expires on 30 June 2025. The 31-year-old centre-back has decided not to renew his deal with the La Liga side, prompting interest from across Europe and beyond as the summer transfer window gathers pace. […]

 Ivorian centre-back Eric Bailly weighs Espanyol return amid interest from Trabzonspor Africans Abroad archives Côte d’Ivoire Football Foreign Leagues Latest News Transfers & Rumours

 Ivorian centre-back Eric Bailly weighs Espanyol return amid interest from Trabzonspor

Eric Bailly is attracting renewed attention on the transfer market as the Ivorian centre-back prepares to become a free agent on July 1, following Villarreal’s decision not to renew his contract. With his availability not tied to a transfer fee, several clubs have shown early interest in the 31-year-old defender, whose experience across Europe’s top […]

Ivorian defender Éric Bailly approached by Espanyol Barcelona Africans Abroad archives Côte d’Ivoire Football Foreign Leagues Latest News Transfers & Rumours

Ivorian defender Éric Bailly approached by Espanyol Barcelona

Éric Bailly is attracting interest from Espanyol Barcelona as his contract with Villarreal nears its end. The 31-year-old Ivorian international, who began his professional career at Espanyol, could make a return to the club where it all started. After leaving Manchester United in 2022, Bailly has played in several leagues including England, France, and Turkey. […]

Ivorian defender Éric Bailly facing another setback in frustrating Villarreal return Africans Abroad archives Côte d’Ivoire Features & Interviews Football Foreign Leagues Latest News

Ivorian defender Éric Bailly facing another setback in frustrating Villarreal return

Éric Bailly’s return to Villarreal has followed a sadly familiar script — early promise overshadowed by injury, limited game time, and growing uncertainty over his future at the club. When the Ivorian centre-back rejoined Villarreal in the summer of 2024, there was cautious optimism surrounding his homecoming. After an underwhelming spell at Olympique de Marseille […]

Ivorian defender Eric Bailly faces uncertain future at Villarreal Africans Abroad archives Côte d’Ivoire Football Foreign Leagues Latest News

Ivorian defender Eric Bailly faces uncertain future at Villarreal

Villarreal’s Ivorian defender Eric Bailly is enduring a challenging spell, having played just one minute in the club’s last nine matches, raising concerns over his future with the team. A sharp decline in playing time After making a promising return to the Spanish side, Bailly initially played a key role in Villarreal’s defense. However, in […]

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