Kwara United is actively pursuing the signature of Sunday Anyanwu, a highly-regarded center-back who recently became a free agent following the expiration of his contract with Bendel Insurance on June 30, 2024.
Anyanwu, 23, played an impressive 32 matches for Bendel Insurance during the 2023/24 season, earning five yellow cards. Although there is a possibility he may remain in Edo State if Bendel Insurance offers a salary increase for the upcoming season, several top NPFL clubs, including Kwara United, are in a competitive race to secure his services.
According to multiple sources, Anyanwu is among several players expected to exit Bendel Insurance, including Sodje Stephen, Divine Nwachukwu, Amas Obasogie, Evans Ogbonda, Julius Emiloju, and Zaidu Ayuba.
Sunday Anyanwu Profile
Sunday Anyanwu is a rock-solid center-back known for his strong, energetic, and commanding presence in defense. He has been an integral part of Bendel Insurance’s setup, forming an exciting defensive partnership with Benjamin Tanimu during the 2022/23 season. Together, they helped the team concede the joint fewest goals in the league and set a new record for the longest unbeaten run in NPFL history.
Anyanwu, who got married over the summer, began the 2023/24 campaign in fine form. He played a key role in helping Bendel Insurance edge past Aso Chlef in the first preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. With the NPFL season resumption on the horizon and continental games ahead, Bendel Insurance would have relied heavily on his strong and reliable performances.
As Kwara United and other top NPFL teams vie for his signature, Anyanwu’s next move will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
Source: Mikelthepundit and broadcasterforNPFL on Twitter
