Elegbeleye lists benefits of the NPFL-Sevilla deal

Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Gbenga Elegbeleye, has explained that clubs in the league stand to reap financial benefits in the future from the partnership with Spanish side, Sevilla FC.

Elegbeleye spoke from Spain where he travelled to formalise the collaboration that would see NPFL coaches receive training facilitated by the Spanish club.

“In the long run, there would be the possibility of the NPFL youth players attracting offers from international clubs and this will go a long way in ensuring financial stability for our clubs and reduce their dependence on governments for those clubs funded by states,” Elegbeleye told NPFL Media.

As part of the deal, a team selected during the NPFL U-17 Youth League would embark on a training tour to Spain hosted by Sevilla.

“The tour of Spain will provide international exposure to the young players and an opportunity to exhibit their natural skills to attract offers. It is a career development path for the youth team members of NPFL Clubs,” the NPFL chairman said.

The players, numbering 30, have been training in a camp at the FIFA Goal Project since July 21.