Jagaban Cup Star, Peter Oluka gets Neftchi Baku’s call.

Jagaban Cup 2022 revelation and 36 Lion midfielder, Peter Oluka, few days after emerging as the best midfielder in the tournament has been invited by Neftchi Baku FC for a trial with the club on Thursday, Platinumnewsng.com is reporting.

According to 36 Lion Adviser, Gafar Olawale Liameed, the nine-time Azerbaijan Premier League champions have invited the player over to Baku. Oluka was spotted by Neftchi Baku at the recently concluded Jagaban Cup that took place at Mobolaji Johnson Arena.

He was the best midfielder on display at the four-day tournament which had the backing of 36 Lion Investment. Also, Diamond Sports Management and Lagos Enigma.
As you would expect from any young Nigerian prospect, Oluka ranks as one of the highly rated Nigerian midfielders. He can boast of an exciting work-rate, supreme technique and passing ability.
He does have the invention, creativity and has been earmarked as a “destroyer”. Shutting down the opposition’s play in midfield, outside, and just about everywhere.

Jagaban Cup Best Midfielder in action

One trait that sets Oluka apart from his peers is his intelligent movement. On a basic level, he has good pace and acceleration which allows him to provide adequate guard for defenders. Given his great mobility, he’s not afraid to work and play from the channels.

Oluka’s spatial awareness is good enough that he’s often initiating attacking moves and playing quick combinations. He is expected to impress the coaching staff of Black and Whites.

Jagaban Cup is a youth engagement empowerment through football. It is for the youths to showcase their talents and get employment with football clubs in Nigeria and abroad. The competition has seen people from different parts of Nigeria show the resilience part to be successful. The Nigerian spirit is something that makes us strong. Football is about joy for the winner and momentary despair for the loser.