Nigeria international reveals why he is desperate for Birmingham City move

Nigeria international midfielder Ogenyi Onazi has spoken about why he is eager to join the English Championship side Birmingham City.

Turkish outlet Fotomac, recently reported that Birmingham struck a €4.5 million deal with Trabzonspor to sign Onazi.

Onazi stated that he is looking for a new challenge and is keen to join an ambitious club which could be playing in the Premier League next season.

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“It’s almost a done deal. It would be a new challenge for me,” Onazi told AOIFootball.com.

“This club wants to return to EPL, they also want to sign good players that will ensure the promotion of the team back to the Premier League.

“I want to be part of the group.”

The Nigeria international joined Trabzonspor just 12 months ago from Serie A giants Lazio. Onazi has another three-years remaining on his contract however, the Black Sea Storm are willing to offload the 24-year-old this summer.

Onazi has already racked up 41 caps for the Nigeria national team . The talented midfielder scored two goals and provided one assist in 38 appearances for Trabzonspor last term.

Trabzonspor kicked off their Turkish Super League season with a 2-1 victory over Konyaspor. The Black Sea based club take on their biter rivals Fenerbahce on Sunday night.