Hull City’s decision to secure the services of Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has been hailed by former Eagles defender, Garba Lawal
Lawal, who formerly donned the colours of Portuguese club Santa Clara, described the deal as a bargain for the EFL Championship side.
Ajayi left West Bromwich Albion last month after five years at The Hawthorns, which left many Nigerian football followers surprised, including Lawal.
Lawal, weighing in on the transfer move, questioned the Baggies’ decision not to renew the 31-year-old’s contract.
Now, the former Arsenal defender has signed a two-year deal with Hull City, with an option to extend for another year.
In an exclusive interview with Footy-Africa, Lawal shared his thoughts on the transfer, saying:
“I honestly do not understand why West Brom did not offer him a new deal. He’s a solid player, and since coming back from that long injury layoff, he’s shown great composure and physical strength”, Lawal said.
The 57-capped ex-Nigerian international further revealed Ajayi’s positive impact in Nigeria’s recent international matches, which makes it a good deal for Hull City.
Semi looked good in the last Super Eagles outing. He’s still got fire in him, and Hull City are lucky to have snapped him up,” Lawal added.
