Trabzonspor have stepped up their pursuit of Super Eagles left-back Bruno Onyemaechi as the Turkish giants continue to fine-tune their transfer plans ahead of the next window, with the Nigerian defender firmly on their radar while he is on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The 26-year-old, who currently plays for Greek champions Olympiakos, has emerged as a priority target for Trabzonspor due to his versatility, experience, and growing profile on the international stage. Onyemaechi is under contract with Olympiakos until June 2028 and is valued at around €2.5 million, but that has not deterred the Turkish club from monitoring his situation closely.
Trabzonspor’s interest is further fuelled by Onyemaechi’s existing chemistry with the club’s star striker, Paul Onuachu, with whom he regularly features for the Nigerian national team. That familiarity is seen as a potential advantage should negotiations progress, as the club looks to strengthen its defensive options with players who can adapt quickly.
So far this season, Onyemaechi has made 10 official appearances for Olympiakos across all competitions, including outings in the UEFA Champions League. He has accumulated 606 minutes of playing time, operating mainly in defensive roles without registering a goal or an assist.
Highly rated for his defensive discipline, physical strength, and tactical awareness, Onyemaechi is comfortable playing both as a left-back and as a central defender. This flexibility makes him an attractive option for Trabzonspor as they seek reliable reinforcements capable of fitting into multiple systems.
While no formal bid has been submitted yet, the Turkish club’s sustained interest suggests Onyemaechi could become a major transfer talking point once the Africa Cup of Nations concludes and club negotiations resume in earnest.