Gabala has completed its second signing of the winter break by securing Nigerian striker Ismaheel Akinade.

According to Offsideplus.az, the Red-Blacks have reached an agreement with the 31-year-old forward on a 1.5-year contract.

Akinade began his professional career in Ireland with Bray Wanderers, followed by stints at other Irish clubs such as Bohemians and Waterford. His most recent club was FC Andijon in the Uzbekistan Super League. During his time there, he recorded 2 goals and 1 assist in 12 league matches.

Additionally, Akinade featured in 6 matches for Andijon in the AFC Champions League, where he scored one goal.

It should be noted that Gabala previously strengthened its squad during the winter break by signing defender Seydina Keita.