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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Tanzanian Premier League club, Simba Sports Club have announced the signing of attacking midfielder, Nelson Esor.<\/p>\n

Esor joined the Dar es Salaam club from Nigeria Professional Football League champions, Rivers United.<\/p>\n

The 25-year-old linked up with Rivers United from local rivals, Go Round FC in January, 2019.<\/p>\n

Esor scored scored 11 goals and provided five assists in 83 league appearances for Rivers United.<\/p>\n

The talented midfielder played a key role as Stanley Eguma\u2019s side claimed the NPFL title for the first time last season.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Rivers United have sent a congratulatory message to their former player following the move to Simba SC.<\/p>\n

\u201cNelson Esor has joined Simba FC of Tanzania,\u201d the club tweeted.<\/p>\n

\u201cA model professional. A credit to Rivers United.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe thank you Esor for your contribution to our club during your stay with us.<\/p>\n

\u201cEveryone at Rivers United wishes Nelson Esor and his family all the very best in their new chapter,\u201d added the Port Harcourt club.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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