Africa Cup of Nations breakout star Stanley Nwabali has for the first time talked about a potential move to Europe, away from his PSL club Chippa United.
Having shone for beaten finalists Nigeria, the 27-year-old has had a list of admirers and has also been linked with Premiership sides Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates recently.
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European interest has reportedly come from clubs such as Belgium's Royale Union Saint-Gilloise who were believed to have inquired about his services.
"People have been sending messages like they want me to move to Europe or they want me to move to a bigger club," Nwabali told Arise News as per Soccernet.ng.
"I really appreciate that, but to be honest, one thing about me is that I always feel comfortable even if I'm in a small place; I don't like to rush," noted the keeper with regard to playing at the Eastern Cape side.
Many were surprised after Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro chose Nwabali in goal ahead of the experienced Francis Uzoho, but the Chippa man repaid the faith showed in him by his mentor.
Nwabali had kept four clean sheets in the tournament and then even though he conceded against Bafana Bafana, he went on to make two crucial penalty stops to earn Nigeria a 4-2 victory and take them into the final.
Regarding the Premiership in South Africa, Chippa United will have to fight to stay in the PSL during the second half of the campaign which starts this weekend when they host Cape Town City on Saturday.
Nwabali had joined the Chilli Boys in February last year from Nigerian club Katsina United and didn't need time to adjust as he hit the ground running.
The Super Eagle also discussed his safety in South Africa after rumours spread of reported threats against him because of the role he played in knocking Bafana out of Afcon.
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