Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin, the reigning FA Cup champions, has made an exciting addition to their squad with the signing of Paul Obata ahead of the upcoming 2023/24 season.
They have officially confirmed the signing of 27-year-old left winger, on a free transfer.
With this strategic signing, Bendel Insurance aims to strengthen their squad and pursue success in both domestic and continental competitions.
Paul Obata’s Arrival
The signing of the former Gombe United star makes him the team’s first acquisition of the new season. The undisclosed fee and the one-year contract have bound the talented winger to the Benin Gunners for the upcoming season.
A Proven Journey
Paul Obata’s journey in Nigerian football has been eventful and promising. He began his footballing career with Rio Ave FC U-19 team back in 2014 and later joined Akwa United in 2018.
After a successful three-year stint with the Promise Keepers, he moved to MFM FC but spent just four months there before making a switch to Warri Wolves FC.
Continuing his journey, Obata then moved to Kanemi Warriors, before finally joining Gombe United for the 2022/23 campaign.
With such a diverse and rich experience, he is expected to bring valuable expertise to his new team, Bendel Insurance.
Obata’s Aspirations at Bendel Insurance
Upon signing with Bendel Insurance, Paul Obata expressed his enthusiasm and gratitude. He sees it as a tremendous privilege to be a part of the Benin-based club and looks forward to showcasing his skills to contribute to the team’s goals.
With the new season approaching and continental competitions looming, Obata is confident that Bendel Insurance can achieve significant success.
In his own words, Obata said;
“What I’ve to give is my best for the team. It’s a very nice team. I trained with them yesterday and today. They were actually good and will help in my career. I believe Bendel Insurance is the club I want to play for this season.”
The Promise of CAF Confederation’s Cup
With the addition of Paul Obata, Bendel Insurance aims to bolster their squad and make a strong push for success in the CAF Confederation’s Cup next season.
His experience and skills on the left-wing position will undoubtedly enhance the team’s attacking prowess and strategic gameplay.
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