Daniel Job: FC Dallas secure Nigerian winger on contract through 2029

FC Dallas have completed the permanent signing of Nigerian winger Daniel Job from Norwegian club Kongsvinger IL, with the 21-year-old agreeing a contract that runs until the end of the 2029 season.

The Major League Soccer club also hold an option to extend the deal for a further year. Job’s transfer fee has been reported to be in the region of $5.2 million, which would make the move the biggest transfer involving a player departing the Norwegian lower leagues.

Job joins FC Dallas after an outstanding spell with Kongsvinger, where he produced eight goals and nine assists in 20 appearances. His form attracted interest from clubs across Europe before the American club completed a deal for the winger.

FC Dallas Chief Soccer Officer Andre Zanotta said the club believed Job had the potential to develop into an important attacking player and highlighted the qualities he will bring to the side.

“Daniel is a promising young winger who has excelled in Norway and generated a lot of interest from clubs across Europe,” Zanotta told the club’s official website.

“We believe he has a lot of upside and the qualities to continue developing at FC Dallas, and we’re excited to have him here. His speed and ability to attack defenders will give us another dynamic option in the final third and add another element to our attack.”

Job’s arrival gives FC Dallas another option in the final third as he begins the next stage of his career in MLS. The club will hope his pace, direct play and recent record in front of goal can translate successfully to Major League Soccer.

The Nigerian winger will now focus on continuing his development in the United States and competing for a regular role within the FC Dallas attack. His long-term contract reflects the club’s belief in his potential and provides him with an extended opportunity to establish himself at the team.

The transfer is also notable for Kongsvinger and Norwegian football, given the reported size of the fee and the claim that it represents a record move for a player coming from the country’s lower leagues.

Job’s move comes as another Nigerian player, Chido Obi, is set to join Willem II on loan.

By Adeboye Amosu

Adeboye Amosu is a senior content writer and an NPFL, Super Eagles and Chelsea expert.