Adams: Utaka Influeneced My Decision To Join Montpellier

Nigerian international Akor Adams has disclosed that former Super Eagles winger John Utaka influenced his decision to join Montpellier.

The young Nigerian, now in his second season in France, kicked off the campaign superbly with three goals and two assists, before injury struck last month.

In an interview with TribalFootball, Adams stated that while growing up as a kid, he had always seen Ukaka as his role model, having played for the club.

“Like I said earlier to almost every Nigerian kid, John Utaka is a legend. His influence was also part of my decision to come to Montpellier. He had played for the club, he has won the championship with the club and he is very much adored by the fans.

“For me, following in those footsteps knowing that he laid the path for a young player, I was glad to take the offer to sign for Montepellier.

“And again, he played as a striker as I am, after games we do have discussions on what I should have done, what he thinks should have the best option.

“We have these interactions striker to striker, this is so I can improve. It is a huge privilege to have him among the coaching staff at Montepellier.”