Two massive London giants, Chelsea FC and Tottenham Hotspur — are said to be after a young talent, Sani Suleiman.
The 19-year-old Nigerian forward playing for AS Trencín in Slovakia is in a silky flow.
Sani Suleiman: Chelsea and Tottenham Links
Sani Suleiman was born in Nigeria in 2006. To our information, he signed from Nigeria to Trencín in July 2024 on a deal until June 2026 (option for additional year).
His main position is as a winger, though there are some sources who mention him as a striker. His market value is humble (approx. €800k) but that’s normal for a player of his age and current league.
At club level with Trencín and previously in Nigeria, he has produced flashes of elite ability. He’s rapid, technically proficient, and possesses both feet.
Why are Chelsea & Tottenham interested?
Chelsea and Spurs have both had associations with Sani Suleiman of late, TEAMtalk journalist Rudy Galetti reports.
Chelsea: Chelsea have reportedly made inquiries about him. The club allegedly requested information regarding his circumstances, contract, and path of development.
Tottenham: Spurs are further up the line. Spurs allegedly checked on him when he was at the U20 World Cup and made inquiries to bring him on board.
Here’s why the two clubs may be attracted to him:
Young age = long term investment. At 19 he also has space to mature.
Attacking versatility: He can play on the flank or inside.
Relatively low cost compared to big names, but high potential upside.
The competition & contract situation
Suleiman is not alone. Several clubs in Europe (including Belgium, Netherlands) are tracking him.
His deal at Trencín expires in 2026 — which means his club has some leverage. For Chelsea or Spurs, the questions will all be: how much to offer? Will they promise him playing time? Will he get loaned out?
What each club might have to offer — and what could be the problem
Chelsea: On paper, Chelsea possesses the financial might and resources to nurture young talents. Chelsea could provide elite training facilities and exposure if they entered the fray. But the problem is: Chelsea already possess a number of attacking options and a congested squad, so Sani might find himself fighting for game time right away.
Tottenham: Spurs may offer faster inclusion in the first team, or at least a more defined route. That might attract a young player eager to play, not simply sit. But Spurs also have competing claims and will risk and reward a teenager.
What this means for Sani Suleiman
For the boy himself, it is a critical juncture. The right club is important:
He requires minutes on the pitch more than instant glory. Development is in minutes played. He requires coaching staff who have faith in him.
Hitting a huge club may be glamorous — but stagnation risk is genuine if he doesn’t play.
The current scenario: Rumours, not deals
Nothing has been done as yet. They are links and enquires, not finished transfers. Chelsea‘s interest, for example, is defined as an “enquiry” instead of a bid. Tottenham’s interest is also strong but does not necessarily mean the signing. Until bids are made and agreed, the situation is speculative.
Why this matters?
For Tottenham and Chelsea, gaining a young talent with potential could be rewarded in performance or resale price.
For Nigerian football, Sani Suleiman’s ascension to a top league would bring into the limelight the nation’s youth pipeline.
Author’s Insight
Sani Suleiman is at the crossroads. The big clubs are sniffing around. His quality is evident. The choice will then be about making the correct one, for him and for his career. If I were to make a prediction: I’d opt for Tottenham providing him with a more seamless route to the first-team. But if Chelsea can offer up a well-defined development strategy and some minutes (or an astute loan policy) then they might just pip the others to it.
In any case, this is a story worth watching — for fans of Chelsea, Spurs, African football, and football talent development in general.
