Official! Benfica sign 24-year-old centre-back from Galatasaray (Video) | OneFootball

It’s official! Demehin is the latest signing for Benfica women’s football team. The 24-year-old Nigerian centre-back has signed a contract valid for three seasons, until 2029. The player joins fellow compatriot Janet Akekoromowei.

The player seen as a possible successor to Carole Costa (who, interestingly, moved to Istanbul) alongside Diana Gomes in central defence, headed to France in 2022 to play for Stade de Reims, before continuing her career in Turkey.

As a Nigeria international, the centre-back also has experience on some of the biggest stages in international football. She played at the 2023 World Cup, was part of the Nigerian squad at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and, in 2025, Demehin was crowned African champion with her country after winning the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Speaking to BTV, the Nigeria international explained the reasons that led her to choose the six-time national champions. "Benfica are the best club in Portugal and one of the best clubs in the world. So I know that by being here, I can improve my performances", she said.

At the end of the interview, the new number ‘4’ for Micael Sequeira’s team left a promise to Benfica’s fanbase. "Benfica fans can expect the best from me and my best performances", she concluded.

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