FC Porto defender Zaidu Sanusi was without doubt the standout Nigerian performer in Europe in the week under review.
5.Moses Ogbu
The 29-year-old striker enhanced his chances of a big-money transfer at the end of the season with his 14th goal for Swedish club Mjallby against Djurgarden. He is now only two goals shy of the leading scorer in the league. Ogbu has made it very clear he wishes for a big-money move away from Sweden to secure his future. Mjallby are fifth on the table now.
4.Peter Olayinka
The striker was on target for Slavia Prague in the Europa League against OGC Nice to add to his impressive tally. His Czech club lead their group and a draw this week at home against Hapoel Be’er-Sheva will guarantee them a place in the last 32.
3.Paul Onuachu
The giant striker scored twice to take his goals haul to 14 in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League. His goals have helped KRC Genk to win their last six games as they have now emerged as top contenders for the championship in Belgium. They are second in the standings only because of goals difference.
2.Olanrewaju Kayode
The striker netted for the fourth straight Europa League tie as Sivasspor look set to also book their place in the knockout rounds of the competition. His form ought to be rewarded by a Super Eagles recall before long.
1.Zaidu Sanusi
The Nigerian star of the past week – he scored his first goal for FC Porto in a 2-0 win over Olympique Marseille in the Champions League, made the Champions League Team of the Week, before he helped his new team beat former team Santa Clara in the Portuguese league. He has already justified his transfer to the Portuguese champions within a short time and a lot more is expected of him with hopes of a move to a bigger league sooner rather than later.
