AS Roma have officially announced the signing of Super Falcons forward Rinsola Babajide who joins the Italian side following her departure from Spanish club Costa Adeje Tenerife.
The 27-year-old brought her two-year stint in Spain to an end in May and she is now set for a new chapter in Italy. Roma confirmed her arrival in a statement released on Monday.
“AS Roma are delighted to announce the signing of Omorinsola Omowunmi Ajike Babajide, known as Rinsola Babajide. The player has penned a deal that will keep her at the club until 30 June 2027,” the club said.
Babajide, who plays primarily as a winger, began her professional career in England where she turned out for Millwall, Watford, Liverpool, and Brighton & Hove Albion. She later moved to Spain, featuring for Real Betis and most recently Tenerife.
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Speaking on her move to Italy, Babajide expressed her excitement: “It’s an honour to be honest. It’s a Champions League club, a prestigious club as well so I’m very happy to be here.”
She added that Serie A’s competitiveness and technical style appealed to her: “I feel like it’s similar to the Spanish league, everyone’s technical, it’s a competitive league as well so I can’t wait to get started.”
“Just being in Rome alone is precious, it’s an amazing experience. Even with the team, gelling well with the girls, securing the Champions League spot, trying to win as much silverware as possible in the league and cup games.”
Describing her playing style, Babajide said: “I’m more of a direct, speedy, technical player, down the wing, I love to beat players 1v1, cross the ball in, as well as get shots and goals.”
Looking ahead to her goals with the club, Babajide emphasised her hunger for success: “Winning silverware, I feel like that’s the most important thing for the team, to win as much trophies as possible. Personally, I want to contribute towards the team, do better than I did last season.”
Rinsola Babajide will link up with Super Falcons teammate Shukurat Oladipo at AS Roma, following Oladipo’s move to the Italian side in February. For now, however, both players remain focused on their national team duties at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Babajide made an immediate impact at the tournament, finding the net on her WAFCON debut against Tunisia. As Nigeria prepare to take on Zambia in Friday’s quarterfinal clash, she will be aiming to maintain her strong form and help the team advance to the semifinals.
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