Official : Michael Babatunde Pens One - Year Deal With Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk

Through official channels, Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk have announced the acquisition of Nigeria international Michael Babatunde on a one - year deal.

In his first words after completing his transfer, the 22 - year - old explained the reason behind his decision to remain in the Ukrainian championship despite interest from elsewhere.

“I have spent four seasons in Ukraine, and the level is high enough, ” said Michael Babatunde to Dnipro’s official website, fcdnipro.ua.

“I will say this: if you’re playing in the championship of Ukraine will be able to play in any league in the world. It is very hard football, a lot of struggle.”

The former FC Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih and FC Volyn Lutsk midfielder has declared himself fit for Friday’s showdown against Shakhtar Donetsk .

For the remainder of the 2015 - 2016, Michael Babatunde will play with the number 79 kit.

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