According to a report by Daily Post on Thursday November 12, 2026, Spanish football giants Barcelona and Real Madrid have reportedly shown interest in Nigerian teenager Oluwakemi Adegbuyi following her impressive performances at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.

The 16-year-old forward caught the attention of scouts from both clubs after playing an important role in Nigeria's historic campaign, which saw the Flamingos become the first African nation to win the tournament.

Adegbuyi featured in all seven matches played by Nigeria, scoring two goals and providing one assist as the team progressed to the final and defeated Japan 2-1 to lift the trophy.

Her performances have reportedly attracted attention from two of the biggest clubs in European football, with Barcelona and Real Madrid said to be monitoring her development as they consider the possibility of bringing her to Spain.

Although neither club has officially confirmed an offer, the reported interest represents a major development for the young Nigerian, whose reputation has continued to grow following her achievements at club and international levels.

Adegbuyi has already established herself as one of the promising young players in Nigerian women's football. She currently plays for FC Robo Queens in the Nigeria Women Football League, where she enjoyed an outstanding 2025/26 campaign.

The teenager was named the league's Player of the Season after scoring 11 goals across the regular season and the Super Six playoffs.

She also impressed while representing Edo Queens, winning the Player of the Tournament award at both the WAFU B Girls' Cup and the WAFU B Champions League qualifiers.

Those achievements helped establish her as a player to watch before she travelled to Morocco for the U-17 Women's World Cup, where she further demonstrated her attacking qualities.

Speaking in a recent interview with content creator Femi Pereira, Adegbuyi made it clear that she wants to take her football career to the highest level and become recognised beyond Nigeria and Africa.

"I can play anytime, any day. When I am called upon, I will surely deliver. My aim is to be in a bigger place, to be known in Nigeria, in Africa and the whole wide world," she said.

A potential move to Barcelona would also place Adegbuyi in the footsteps of Super Falcons legend Asisat Oshoala, who previously represented the Catalan club and became one of the most successful African players in its history.

Oshoala's achievements in Spain could provide inspiration for the teenager as she looks to make her own mark in European football. However, a move to Real Madrid would equally represent an important opportunity to develop her career at one of the continent's biggest clubs.

Before any possible transfer takes shape, Adegbuyi will also have an opportunity to add another individual honour to her growing collection.

The Flamingos star has been nominated for the 2026 CAF Women's Young Player of the Year award alongside fellow Nigerian forward Janet Akekoromowei.

They will face competition from nominees representing several African countries, including Benin, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Malawi, Morocco, Senegal and Tanzania. The winner will be announced at the 2026 CAF awards ceremony scheduled to take place in Lagos in December.

Adegbuyi's nomination further underlines the progress she has made during an impressive year, which has included domestic recognition, regional honours and a historic World Cup triumph.