Nigeria and PVC Montana forward, Philip Ejike has set his sights on a move to a top European league in the coming years.
With 11 goals in 18 league games in the second division of the Bulgarian league, the imposing figure has been a constant threat on the pitch and an inspiring influence off the pitch. He is also recognised as a fan favorite among many Montana fans who believe they have a ‘once in a lifetime’ talent in their hands.
Ejike has been the driving force behind Montana’s remarkable title push and promotion aspirations. He has contributed 42% of Montana’s league goals this season and he is only behind experienced Bulgarian striker, Martin Toshev (17), in goals scored in the entire league. He has also scored 8 match-winning goals, highlighting his reliable ability in clutch moments.
The recent trend in football suggests that many European clubs are seeking for physically imposing strikers who can also showcase impressive technical abilities. It is no gainsaying that Philip Ejike suits this mould as he is strong, aggressive, aerially dominant, fast, while also being good on the ball. As such, he is someone who will be highly sought after due to his rare profile.
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While he would be tempted at the prospect of playing for the great European sides, Ejike would have to consider game-time as a major factor for his potential destination. In recent times, the Belgian League has emerged as an effective production pipeline for Nigerian talents. Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, Paul Onuachu, and recently Gift Orban, all played at the Belgian League before making the step-up to the major European Leagues.
Speaking with Oma Akatugba, Ejike revealed his aspirations to play in a big European League: “Montana is the road to where I am going, it is not the end, it is never the end,” he confidently declared. “I see myself in a higher division, in a good league, playing good football, and earning better money,” he added.
Reflecting on his Journey at Montana so far, he disclosed that moving to Europe has not been the bed of roses he dreamed about: “I thought if I leave Nigeria and come to Europe, I will start buying cars and houses, but it is not like that,” Ejike said. “This is just the beginning, it is the place to fight, because if you don’t fight, you will fall back,” he maintained.
Having spent close to 3 years playing in Bulgaria, the Nigerian forward described his readiness to move on, highlighting his desire for growth: “I feel it is time to move, it is obvious that it is time to move,” he said.
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