Rivers United assistant coach Yemi Olanrewaju has reaffirmed his commitment to the club despite reports linking him with a possible move to other Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) sides, including Shooting Stars, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com.
Olanrewaju said he enjoys a strong working relationship with Rivers United and head coach Finidi George, adding that preparations have intensified ahead of the 2026/27 NPFL season.
The former Shooting Stars target admitted that he has great admiration for the Ibadan club and its project, but stressed that he intends to honour his current contract with Rivers United.
“I am a coach with credibility and values, and there are many things I hold in high esteem, and one of them is Respect. I love Shooting and its project, and we have had contacts in the past, and it is a club I will always consider, but for now, my focus and everything is with Rivers as I would like to honour my contract till the end of the season.”
Olanrewaju also praised the Rivers United hierarchy for the trust and support they have shown him since his arrival.
“I don’t like to abandon a contract and run halfway. Rivers United management have been so good and kind to me, and the trust they place in me is unbelievable, and also my boss, ElFINITO.”
While keeping the door open to a future return to Shooting Stars, the coach insisted that there is currently no reason for him to look beyond Rivers United.
“Shooting Stars is a club I will always feel honoured to be linked with or mentioned with. If the opportunity comes again in the future, I'll be glad to consider it, as I believe the union will be massive.”
Olanrewaju's comments effectively put the current speculation to rest, with the Rivers United assistant coach focused on helping the Port Harcourt club achieve its objectives in the coming campaign.