‘We're in the process of getting her’ - Six-goal forward set to dump Nigeria for Spain

Talented forward Edna Imade, whose prolific start to the season has drawn international attention, is on the cusp of committing her senior national team future to Spain, rejecting the chance to represent Nigeria's revered Super Falcons.

The switch was confirmed by Spanish head coach Sonia Bermudez, who stated that the process to formalise Imade’s eligibility is nearly complete, bringing a significant new weapon to the World Champions’ attack.

The move was made public by Spain's women's national team coach, Sonia Bermudez, during a press conference ahead of their Nations League semi-final against Sweden. Bermudez told Onda Cero radio that the final steps for the striker’s inclusion are pending.

"We're in the process of getting her to join us; we just need to finalise some paperwork," Bermúdez confirmed, adding that Imade is a player "we want to be with Spain."

This strong hint suggests the tri-national forward is a central part of Spain’s future plans to "continue winning titles."

Imade, who was born in Morocco but has a Nigerian mother (from Benin City), has lived in Spain her entire life, a crucial factor in her decision.

Currently on loan at Real Sociedad from Bayern Munich, the tall forward has been in scorching form, netting six goals in her first six Primera División matches this season.

The forward's commitment to Spain, the reigning World Cup holders, speaks to both her personal connection to the country and a high level of sporting ambition.

Imade reportedly initiated the naturalisation process back in May, signaling her strong desire to represent La Roja.

Her career has been built entirely within Spanish football, culminating in an impressive campaign last season with Granada, where she was the league’s second-highest scorer with 16 goals in 29 appearances.

This impressive record is what earned her a move to top-tier Bayern. The decision is a significant blow for the Nigerian Super Falcons, who actively recruit players of Nigerian descent across Europe to bolster their squad.

For Spain, the addition of Imade brings a proven, in-form goalscorer who could seamlessly integrate into the World Champions' attacking structure, providing a fresh edge as Bermudez looks to evolve the squad.

For Nigeria, the loss represents a missed opportunity to secure a top-tier talent, potentially forcing the Super Falcons to redouble their efforts in scouting and recruitment.

With the paperwork nearly complete, Imade's move to the Spanish national team is imminent, marking a major turning point in her career and a bold statement of intent by Spain.