Belgian club sacks ex-Eagles striker for poor performance

Former Nigeria international Emmanuel Emenike has been given the boot by Belgian side KVC Westerlo for failing to measure up with just two months with the club.

The 32-year-old joined Westerlo in September as a free agent in a deal valued around €1 million, having succeeded during trials.

The former West Ham United forward failed to meet the expectations of the club who signed him to gain promotion to the topflight..

“Emmanuel Emenike and KVC Westerlo have decided in mutual agreement to end their collaboration. “Despite the many efforts made by both parties in the best understanding, the player could not be brought to the level that both parties had intended.

“In those circumstances, it was appropriate to end the agreement with a good feeling. KVC Westerlo wants to thank Emmanuel for choosing and trusting the club, and the player wishes to thank the club for the opportunity he was granted.

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“During his short reign at the Het Kuipje, Emenike made five appearances and failed to find the back of the net in the process. His contract was originally meant to expire at the end of this season, but his poor performances forced the club to make the move in the best interest of both parties,” read a statement on the club’s official website.