Nwabali Parts Ways With Chippa United 

South African Premier Soccer League side Chippa United has announced the mutual termination of Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali’s contract.

The news was confirmed in an official club statement on Thursday via the club’s social media handles.

According to the South African side, Nwabali, who spent four years with the club, submitted a formal transfer request asking to leave.

In a confirmation post titled “THANK YOU STANLEY NWABALI,” the club stated that the request was granted after careful consideration:

“Chippa United Football Club confirms that Stanley Nwabali has formally submitted a request to depart club. After careful consideration, the club has agreed to grant his release.

We would like to sincerely thank Stanley Nwabali for the years of service, commitment, and professionalism he has shown during his time at Chippa United Football Club. His contribution to the club will always be appreciated

The club wishes Stanley every success in the next chapter of his career and in all his future endeavours.”

The 29-year-old shot-stopper, who recently impressed with the Super Eagles at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), had only signed a three-year contract extension in 2024.

However, he has been consistently linked with a move away from the club, which currently sits in the relegation zone.

Nwabali, formerly of Enyimba in the Nigeria Premier Football League, joined Chippa United in 2022. During his tenure, he made 75 appearances, kept 25 clean sheets, and eventually earned the captain’s armband.