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'This is where I belong!' Emotional Nigerian striker Nwakaeme on return to Turkish giants after 2-year hiatus

One-cap Nigeria Super Eagles forward Anthony Nwakaeme is happy to be back in Turkey with Trabzonspor after helping them win the Super Lig.
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Anthony Nwakaeme has made a dramatic return on a free transfer to Turkish powerhouse Trabzonspor, signing a two-year deal that will see him don the club's colours once again.

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The 35-year-old Nigerian striker, who played a pivotal role in Trabzonspor's 2020/21 Super Lig victory, couldn't hide his emotions as he addressed fans upon his homecoming.

Today, I am very happy,' Nwakaeme gushed. 'Because today, after a two-year hiatus, I am back in Trabzon, back at Trabzonspor.'

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Nwakaeme revel in Trabzonspor reunion

The forward, who netted an impressive 15 goals and provided 11 assists in 36 matches during the title-winning season, revealed how the club's supporters kept him connected to Trabzonspor during his time away.

Nwakaeme celebrates Trabzonspor's Super Lig success. (Photo Credit: Imago)

There was a separation, but our fans made me feel as though I had never left, as if I were still playing here through their unwavering love on social media,' he added.

In a heartfelt message that will surely win over any doubting fans, Nwakaeme declared further: 

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Anthony Nwakaeme after signing his return to Trabzonspor.

'This place is familiar to me. This place is where I belong.'

The striker, who has been overlooked for Nigeria's Super Eagles, went on to praise the club's winning mentality: 

All smiles after the return of the man who led Trabzonspor to their last Lig title.

'Trabzonspor is a club that always wants to win every match it plays. I also know that our fans share this desire, and I will always give my best.'

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Trabzonspor officially confirmed the signing, with Nwakaeme putting pen to paper on a two-year contract. 

Nwakaeme contributed 24 goals and assists in 36 appearances in his final season two years ago.

The club will be hoping the veteran forward can recapture the form that helped them clinch their last Super Lig title.

As Nwakaeme swaps Saudi Arabia's riches for a second stint with the Turkish giants, all eyes will be on whether the 35-year-old can still deliver the goods in what could be the twilight of his career.

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