Eintracht Frankfurt are poised to sign midfielder Raphael Onyedika from Club Brugge, with negotiations progressing towards a deal reportedly worth around €8 million, according to Bild. The Bundesliga side have seen previous offers rejected, but their latest bid is approaching Club Brugge’s valuation.
Club Brugge had initially sought a fee of €10 million for the Nigerian international, a significant reduction from the €30 million they were requesting last year when Onyedika’s contract still had considerable time remaining. With Onyedika’s current deal set to expire next summer, the Belgian club are now willing to negotiate a lower fee to avoid losing him for free.
Bild reports that Onyedika has already agreed personal terms with Frankfurt, indicating a strong desire to join the German club. This potential arrival follows Eintracht Frankfurt’s recent acquisition of Noel Aseko from Bayern Munich for approximately €13 million, signaling an ambitious summer of midfield reinforcement under manager Adi Hütter.
Onyedika established himself as a key player for Club Brugge last season, featuring in 42 matches across all competitions. He joined the Belgian side in 2022 from FC Midtjylland for a reported €9.5 million, quickly becoming a regular in their starting lineup due to his defensive capabilities and passing range.
The transfer evokes a sense of nostalgia for Eintracht Frankfurt fans, with Onyedika’s compatriot, Jay-Jay Okocha, remaining a beloved figure at the club after a successful four-year spell earlier in his career. The signing of Onyedika will provide Frankfurt with further steel in midfield as they prepare for both Bundesliga and European commitments, adding depth and competition to their squad.
Frankfurt finished seventh in the Bundesliga last season, missing out on European qualification by a narrow margin. Strengthening the midfield is seen as crucial to improving their performance and challenging for a European spot in the upcoming campaign.
