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Melbourne City have signed Chinaza Uchendu to strengthen their attack.
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The 27-year-old forward brings international experience and ten Nigerian caps.
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Her pace and versatility are expected to enhance City’s frontline.
Melbourne City FC have signed Super Falcons forward Chinaza Uchendu from French side Nantes, the A-League Women’s champions confirmed on Thursday.
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The 27-year-old striker arrives with a strong track record across Europe and Asia, and City have moved quickly to add her attacking options for the new season.
Uchendu built her reputation playing in several top leagues.
She won a league title in Turkey with Galatasaray, and she has also featured in Portugal, Sweden and South Korea before joining Nantes.
Uchendu has also performed in her native Nigeria, which has given her a wide range of international exposure in addition to local roots.
The dynamic forward can play across the front line and provides movement and speed.
She is a valuable addition to Melbourne’s squad because she has previously earned ten caps for the Nigerian national team.
According to City’s coaching staff, they anticipate that she will quickly adjust and improve the team’s offensive depth.
Fans can expect Uchendu to be available for selection once registration is complete.
Meanwhile, the signing of Chinaza Uchendu underlines Melbourne City’s intent to remain a leading force in the A-League Women.
For everyone watching, this is a signing that could pay dividends on and off the pitch.
