Ex-Nigeria U-20 star, Moses Orkuma, joins Raja Casablanca

A former Nigerian junior international and US Monastir captain, Moses Orkuma, has joined former African champions, Raja Casablanca of Morocco in a two-year deal. The member of the 2013 Flying Eagles squad to the FIFA U-20 World Championship in Turkey was instrumental to the recent accomplishments of  Monastir, where he earned a legendary status after […]

A former Nigerian junior international and US Monastir captain, Moses Orkuma, has joined former African champions, Raja Casablanca of Morocco in a two-year deal.

The member of the 2013 Flying Eagles squad to the FIFA U-20 World Championship in Turkey was instrumental to the recent accomplishments of  Monastir, where he earned a legendary status after stellar performances.

Orkuma, who signed for an undisclosed sum, said he was excited by the opportunity to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world.

The former Lobi Stars playmaker said the rich history of the North African club was one of the things that motivated him to accept the “irresistible” offer.

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Raja have won three CAF Champions League titles in 1989, 1997 and 1999 and also boast of CAF Confederation Cup title in 2021, Cup Winners Cup trophy in 2003 as well as two CAF Super Cup trophies in 2000 and 2019.

In an emotional farewell message to his former team, Orkuma wrote: “As I bid farewell to US Monastir, I want to express my deepest gratitude to the entire club family for the love and support I’ve received over the years. From the coaching staff to my teammates and the incredible fans, every moment I’ve spent with this club has been unforgettable.

“I’m grateful for the memories, the lessons, and the growth I’ve experienced as a player. Thank you, US Monastir, for believing in me, and allowing me to be part of your journey. Team US Monastir has a permanent place in my heart.”

Before his current club, the combative midfielder had played for a number of clubs in North Africa including Al-Ahly Benghazi, Etoile du Sahel, Al Ahli Tripoli, Stade Gabesien and UMM Salal in Qatar.