Callum Olusesi: Nigerian Midfielder Signs First Professional Contract With Tottenham Hotspur

• Callum Olusesi has signed his first professional contract with Tottenham Hotspur
• The Nigerian has made appearances in the UEFA Youth League and U18 Premier League
• The 17-year-old central midfielder has scored 9 goals across all competitions this season

Tottenham Hotspur have proudly announced the signing of Callum Olusesi, a promising Nigerian midfielder born in Lambeth.

The 17-year-old has inked his first professional contract, with the specific duration of the remaining undisclosed.

According to FIFA regulations governing player status and transfers, individuals under 18 are limited to professional contracts not exceeding three years.

Any clause surpassing this timeframe is considered invalid.

Olusesi's journey to professionalism commenced last summer when he penned scholarship forms with the club.

He becomes the second Nigerian talent to secure a professional contract with Tottenham this year, following Damola Ajayi, who also renewed his contract in January,

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Receiving acclaim from Tottenham's coaching staff, Olusesi showcased his prowess in various competitions during his final season as a schoolboy, making notable appearances in the UEFA Youth League, U18 Premier League, and U18 Premier League Cup, as reported by Tottenham's website.

He has scored 9 goals across all competitions this season.

While hailing from England at birth, Olusesi has represented his country of origin at the U16 and U17 levels, illustrating his potential on the international stage.

Tottenham head coach, Ange Postecoglou, hinted at preparations for the upcoming transfer window, aiming to bolster the squad across all departments. As several players' contracts approach expiration, the club anticipates a period of transition and reinforcement.

"I think we’ll look to strengthen all areas of the park come the end of the season. That's planning that's already underway, and other people are in charge of it at the moment," said Postecoglou, as quoted by Football London.

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Currently fifth in the Premier League with 53 points from 28 matches, the Lillywhites will welcome Luton Town at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on March 30.

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The Nigerian international is rated as one of the world's best strikers and is the reigning CAF African Footballer of the Year.

The former Lille striker has been constantly linked with a move away from Napoli, with the Premier League being his likely destination.