East Bengal withdraw offer for Nigerian international Gambo Muhammad

The deal fell through as the striker failed to secure a visa for his time in India.

Quess East Bengal FC (QEBFC) today announced the withdrawal of its offer to Nigerian international footballer and prolific striker, Gambo Muhammad, due to prolonged delay in the issuance of his Professional Employment Visa as per procedures of the Indian Embassy in Nigeria. This decision has been taken keeping the best interests of Quess East Bengal FC fans and supporters in mind. Earlier this week, Muhammad was signed by QEBFC for the 2018-19 football season.

The delay in issuance of his Professional Employment Visa will result in violation of FIFA international player registration norms. The club is mindful of the fact that this delay has the potential to affect the professional football career of the concerned player and the formation of the Quess East Bengal FC entity itself for the current football season. Hence, it has taken the decision to withdraw the offer to the player.

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The striker last played in the Nigerian Premier Division with Kano Pillars for 10 years. During his tenure at the club, he won three NPFL titles. Due to his performances, he gradually became a cult hero there and also played at the CAF Champions League. He also played in the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup in Brazil for the Nigerian national team. His first international goal, however, was for Nigeria's B team in the CAF CHAN Qualifier against Côte d'Ivoire at Kaduna.

The 30-year old was expected to join the league of international players at East Bengal, who have also recently signed Costa Rican defender Johnny Acosta.