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Nigerian Prodigy, Jerome Philip, Secures Promising MLS Future with New York Red Bulls
In an exciting turn of events, the burgeoning Nigerian football talent, Jerome Philip, is poised for a breakthrough in the competitive realm of American soccer, having been acquired by the esteemed New York Red Bulls (NYRB), as reported by Completesportsnigeria.com.
Philip, honing his skills at the esteemed Gee Lec Football Academy in Jos, emerged as the standout player at a scouting tournament organized by Krakovia Sports Limited in Kaduna last July. It was during this event that the proficient soccer agent Damani Ralph identified him and subsequently recommended him to the New York Red Bulls.
Despite being on the brink of an invitation to the U-20 national team for the Africa U-20 Nations Cup qualifying series, Philip, a lanky striker, opted to seize the international career opportunity that presented itself in the form of the MLS.
Expressing his enthusiasm, the 18-year-old declared to Completesportsnigeria.com, “I am happy that I’m getting a chance to start a professional career abroad, and I want to assure New York Red Bulls that they will not be disappointed. The MLS will provide me with the platform to showcase my talent to the world.”
Philip is anticipated to commence his American soccer journey with NYRB II, the club’s reserve team competing in the United Soccer League (USL), the second tier of professional soccer in the United States.
Choosing the MLS over offers from Norway and the Czech Republic, the Cross Rivers state-born prodigy, who has previously trained with the Nigerian professional side Yobe Desert Stars, is poised to make a significant impact on the American soccer scene.
