Nigerian forward Solomon John is closing in on a January move to Czech top-flight side Viktoria Plzeň after his current club, Mlada Boleslav, reportedly agreed a deal worth €3 million for his transfer, Footynaija.com reports.
The 25-year-old has attracted interest from several clubs following his impressive performances in the Czech Republic, with Viktoria Plzen now emerging as the frontrunners for his signature.
According to Footy-Africa, Mlada Boleslav have agreed to sanction the defender’s departure after Plzen met their valuation, with the proposed transfer expected to be completed when the January window opens.
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The move represents a significant step forward for John, who was also attracting interest from Sparta Prague before Viktoria Plzen moved to secure his services.
The Nigerian had previously been linked with several clubs across Europe and Major League Soccer, but Mlada Boleslav were reluctant to let him leave last season after failing to receive offers that matched their valuation.
John subsequently committed his future to the club by signing a new three-year contract in October, reportedly extending his stay until 2029.
However, the opportunity to secure a substantial transfer fee has now changed the situation, with Mlada Boleslav seemingly prepared to cash in on the defender.
John’s rise has been particularly impressive considering his difficult journey back into professional football after spending almost two seasons without a club.
His performances since joining the Czech side have helped establish him as an important player, with the right winger contributing three goals and three assists in 14 appearances across all competitions this season.
A potential move to Viktoria Plzen would offer John an opportunity to continue his development with one of the leading clubs in Czech football, while also providing a bigger platform to showcase his qualities.
