Nigeria international Francisca Ordega has signed a two-year contract with Saudi Arabia club Al-Ittihad on a free transfer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The 31-year-old winger was previously with Russian club CSKA Moscow, where she scored 29 goals and registered 20 assists in 84 appearances, winning the Russian Cup and Super Cup during her stint.
Ordega, who has also played for Levante, Athletico Madrid, Washington Spirit and Shanghai Shengli, reunites with her Super Falcons teammate Ashleigh Plumptre at Al-Ittihad.
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Al-Ittihad Ladies currently sit seventh in the 10-team Saudi Women's Premier League table with 15 points. Ordega's addition is expected to bolster the team's attacking options.
By Olujimi Dare Ogun