Nigerian left-back Bruno Onyemaechi has finalized his transfer to Boavista following an impressive 2023/24 season on loan.

Initially joining the Portuguese club on loan from Firense in the 2022/23 season, Onyemaechi’s deal was made permanent in August 2023 for a reported fee of €1 million, with a contract extending until the summer of 2026.

Onyemaechi made 24 appearances in the Portuguese first division last season, contributing one assist and quickly becoming a fan favorite at Estádio do Bessa.

His performances were instrumental in helping Boavista avoid relegation.

The 25-year-old also made his debut for the Nigerian national team last October during the final game of the 2023 AFCON qualifiers against Sao Tome and Principe.

Bruno Onyemaechi. (Photo by MB Media/Getty Images)

Unfortunately, an injury towards the end of the season sidelined Onyemaechi, causing him to miss 2026 World Cup qualifiers in June.