Toni Payne: Super Falcons of Nigeria star joins Everton
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Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.

Toni Payne: Super Falcons of Nigeria star joins Everton

Tosin Abayomi 06:10 - 20.07.2024

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.

There is news about Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne.

The 29-year-old midfielder has switched clubs from Spain to England.

Toni Payne joins Everton from Sevilla

Toni Payne, a forward for Nigeria, has officially joined Everton.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.
Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.

The 29-year-old, who is capable of playing all over the front line, is Brian Sorensen's first summer acquisition. He comes to the Club following a six-year stint in Spain with Sevilla.

Payne, who has 21 caps for Nigeria, was a member of the Super Eagles team that participated in the Australia and New Zealand 2023 World Cup finals. The team lost to England in the round of 16 by a small margin.

Speaking to Everton TV on the move she said, “I’m super excited to be an Everton player.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.
Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.

“It’s been my dream to play in the UK and in such a strong league like the WSL.

“I’m excited to have the opportunity to play at a club like Everton with so much history in football.

“Now was the right moment for me to look for another challenge to push myself.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.
Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.

“It’s going to be different and new, and I’m really happy about my decision.”

Playing against some of the best players in the English premier league, according to Payne, has further strengthened her desire to relocate to Merseyside.

Nigeria faced Heather Payne and Courtney Brosnan, two of Payne's new Blues colleagues, as well as the Republic of Ireland during that World Cup campaign.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.
Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.

Both have grown much during their time at Everton, and Payne says she is excited about the chance to advance under boss Sorensen's direction.

Background

In a series of infographics, Payne announced she is departing Primera División de la Liga de Fútbol Femenino side Sevilla.

Payne left after six seasons, playing 177 games, scoring 30 goals, and providing 24 assists.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.
Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne joins Everton after goodbye to Sevilla.

She won numerous titles and was a key part of their midfield force.

After 177 games in 6 years, Super Falcons of Nigeria star Toni Payne said goodbye to Sevilla while preparing for the Olympics.

Payne departed Sevilla while in camp with the Super Falcons ahead of the 2024 Women's Football event at the Olympic Games.

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