Osaze Odemwingie Joins Rotherham United On Short-Term Deal

Former Nigeria international Osaze Odemwingie has signed for English Championship side Rotherham United until January 2017, Complete Sports Nigeria reports.

Odemwingie’s move to Rotherham United was confirmed on the club’s official website on Monday night.

The 35-year-old last played for Bristol City whom he joined on loan from Stoke City last season.

He also played for Cardiff and West Bromwich Albion in the English Premier League.

A statement on the club’s official website reads: 

“Rotherham United have completed the signing of striker Peter Odemwingie on a deal until January, subject to FA and EFL ratification.

“Odemwingie, who was a free agent, becomes new boss Kenny Jackett’s first signing after the Nigerian international penned a deal this evening at AESSEAL New York Stadium.

“The experienced front man boasts an impressive CV after playing in the Premier League for the likes of West Bromwich Albion and Stoke City.

“His career has also seen him take in spells with Lille and Lokomotive Moscow.

“He played, and scored, against the Millers last season during a loan spell with fellow Championship club Bristol City.”