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Jennifer Echegini has signed for Italian giants Juventus women on a two-and-half-year contract, the club announced on Thursday.
The Super Falcons midfielder joins Juve after her impressive time at Florida State Seminoles.
Juventus, in a statement on their website, said Echegini signed a contract until 30 June 2026.
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“The first time Juventus was interested in me, I was kind of shocked”, Echegini said during her unveiling.
“I was so so young but a place like this being interested in me gives me confidence.
“I’ve wanted to be a professional since I was four. I started playing football and honestly this is a dream come true and I’m truly honoured to be a part of this team.”
Echegini was part of the Super Falcons team that reached the knockout round of the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
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The 22-year-old was born in the Netherlands and raised in London, England. For her College career, she played for the Mississippi State Bulldogs before joining the Florida team.
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