Fulham Joins Bundesliga Clubs In Pursuit Of Nwaiwu

Fulham are keeping close tabs on Nigeria international Chibuike Nwaiwu ahead of a potential summer switch, as the defender’s impressive rise in Turkey continues to turn heads across Europe.

According to FourFourTwo, the Craven Cottage outfit have been scouting the Trabzonspor centre-back along with his teammate Wagner Pina, while clubs in the Bundesliga are also showing interest.

The report states that Fulham have been tracking both young defenders as they look to reinforce key areas of their squad.

Nwaiwu, 22, has quickly become a standout performer in the Turkish Süper Lig since his January move from Wolfsberger AC.

He has already made decisive contributions, including scoring the winning goal against league leaders Galatasaray, and has added further strikes in subsequent matches.

Fulham’s interest stems from his defensive reliability and versatility—he can play both centre-back and defensive midfield. His form also earned him a senior Nigeria debut under coach Éric Chelle.

The Premier League side are planning for potential changes in their defensive ranks, with some centre-back futures uncertain and an ageing full-back department needing fresh blood. Signing young, long-term assets like Nwaiwu fits their recruitment strategy.

However, competition is heating up. FourFourTwo adds that Bayer Leverkusen are also monitoring the Nigerian, highlighting the growing demand for his signature.