Roma Eyes Super Falcons Winger Babajide After Tenerife Exit
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A move to AS Roma Women could be on the horizon for Nigerian winger Omorinsola Babajide. The Super Falcons starlet, now a free agent after leaving UD Tenerife, has reportedly piqued the interest of the Italian club whose attention was noted by Italian outlet Il Romanista.
Babajide’s departure from Tenerife in June, following an impressive season with 10 goals and five assists in 26 Liga F appearances, positions her as a coveted signing. The 28 year old, who has featured in two WAFCON games scoring once and registering an assist brings versatility and cutting edge to Roma’s attack.
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Before securing her switch to represent Nigeria in 2023, at youth level for England. Her club history spans notable stints with Crystal Palace, Millwall Lionesses, Watford, Liverpool and Brighton, underscoring her breadth of experience.
Currently on international duty at WAFCON 2024, Babajide is expected to make her next career move once the tournament concludes. Roma’s interest, while preliminary, could offer a new stage in her journey.
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Editorial
We view Roma’s interest in Omorinsola Babajide as more than a recruitment it marks a strategic embrace of proven talent and international pedigree. Her creative spark and scoring ability fit perfectly within the Giallorossi’s ambition to build a dynamic female side.
Her résumé speaks of adaptability thriving in England’s competitive tiers before proving herself in Spain’s Liga F. That she left Tenerife on a high note netting 10 times and assisting five is testament to her quality. The transition from league standout to national team performer shows she’s not merely a club player but a team-builder.
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We believe Roma are making a savvy move. Babajide ticks key boxes goal threat, flexibility and international presence. Investors of her calibre bring more than statistics they bring experience, maturity and leadership to a club still defining its identity in the women’s game.
Her free-agent status presents a rare opportunity for Roma to secure top-level talent without transfer fees. Should negotiations materialise into a contract, both player and club stand to benefit richly. As Babajide waits to explore her next chapter post-WAFCON, we anticipate that Roma could soon write her into their story one that values ambition, skill and purposeful progression.
Did You Know?
Babajide began her youth international career with England before switching allegiance to Nigeria in 2023.
She scored one goal and provided one assist in just two matches for Nigeria at WAFCON 2024.
Before her season in Spain, Babajide played for well-known [English](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/football-and-society/) clubs: Crystal Palace, Millwall Lionesses, Watford, [Liverpool](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/local-clubs-and-academies/) and Brighton.
Babajide registered 10 goals and five assists in 26 appearances for Tenerife during the 2024–25 season.
Roma Women have already strengthened this summer, signing Nigerian defender Shukurat Oladipo on a two-year deal until 2027.