Newly promoted Italian Serie A club Venezia FC has completed the permanent signing of Super Eagles striker Akor Adams from Sevilla FC, with the Nigerian forward putting pen to paper on a contract that runs until June 30, 2030.
Adams began his football journey at Jamba Academy before making his professional debut with Norway’s Sogndal IL in 2018. During his time at the club, he made 56 appearances, scoring 16 goals and providing 6 assists.
The striker moved to Lillestrøm SK in the 2021/22 season, where he enjoyed an impressive spell, registering 28 goals and 7 assists in 50 appearances. He also featured in the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifiers and scored twice in a match for the club’s second team. 
In the summer of 2023, Adams joined French side Montpellier HSC, recording 13 goals and 5 assists in 49 appearances before securing a move to Sevilla FC in January 2025. He went on to contribute 10 goals and 4 assists in 37 matches for the Spanish club.
On the international stage, the 25-year-old has represented Nigeria at both youth and senior levels, making 2 appearances for the Flying Eagles and earning 15 caps for the Super Eagles, with 6 goals to his name.
Venezia will be hoping Adams’ goalscoring ability helps strengthen their squad as they prepare for life back in the Italian top flight.
