Championship side Luton Town has announced the signing of former Super Eagles forward Victor Moses as a free agent:
“We are excited to announce the signing of free agent Victor Moses on a permanent contract, subject to international clearance.”
Before becoming a free agent, Victor Moses previously played for the Russian side Spartak Moscow, where he joined on loan from Chelsea in 2021 before the deal was made permanent.
Born in Kaduna, Nigeria, Victor came to the UK as a boy and played for England from Under-16 to U21 while coming through the ranks at Crystal Palace, where he made 69 appearances and scored 11 goals for the then-Championship club. He then joined Wigan in 2010, netting nine times in 80 appearances before joining Chelsea for a fee of around £9 million in the summer of 2012.
However, he spent significant periods on loan during his nine years as a Chelsea player, also playing for Liverpool, Inter Milan, West Ham, Fenerbahçe, and Stoke City.
Luton Town’s manager, Rob Edwards, said: “Victor is someone we’ve been talking to for quite a while. He trained with us last week and played 60 minutes in a behind-closed-doors game, and we made a decision because we think he’s able to come in and help us.
“He gives us more strength in depth and versatility because he’s someone who can play on both sides or as a number ten.
“He’s played for so many different clubs in various systems and under different managers, so he’s tactically aware. We think he’s someone who can provide some really good competition for us.
“I don’t want to put too much pressure on him and expect too much too soon. He’s not going to come in and start games straight away. He’s got to get used to what we do and how we play, but he’s fit, he’s ready to come in and make an impact, and he definitely makes the squad stronger.”
Victor Moses was part of the 2013 squad that guided Nigeria to their third AFCON victory and was capped 38 times for Nigeria, where he scored 12 goals. The 33-year-old can also boast two UEFA Europa League titles, a Premier League title, and an FA Cup trophy.
Victor Moses during his interview with Luton Town TV:
“I’m looking forward to it,” said Victor in his first interview with LTFC+.
“I had a few offers from Europe, but I told my agent that I had set my mind on staying over here, and here we are. I’m very pleased and honored to be at this club, and I just can’t wait to get going.
“I spoke to Rob before I came; I spoke to the directors, and they told me the plan and the history of the club. I just want to be part of the success.
“I want to come here, enjoy my football, work hard for the club and the team, and get back to where we belong in the Premier League.”
