Ridwan Olarewaju and Muhammad Ismail, both graduates from Dollyp Sports Academy in Kwara State, are thriving at Serbian team FK Grafičar Beograd since joining last month. The young players are quickly adjusting to the club's surroundings and continue to impress instructors and teammates as they settle into life in Serbia.
How it happened
FK Grafičar Beograd and Dollyp Sports Academy conducted scouting and trials before making the move. The Serbian club saw Ridwan and Muhammad as promising youth possibilities and invited them for a short camp, which ultimately developed intSince moving to Serbia, the duo has been integrated into the club's youth program and training sessions. They have been exposed to a more structured football culture, better facilities, and a faster-paced match rhythm than the Kwara locals.
FK Grafičar coaches praise their players' hard ethic and adaptability to the language and team dynamics. This boosts their chances of making the first team in future seasons.o a full-time position.
Since arriving in Serbia, the duo has been integrated into the club's youth program and training sessions. They have been exposed to a more structured football culture, improved facilities, and a higher-intensity match rhythm than the local scene in Kwara.
What’s next
Ridwan and Muhammad will continue to train with FK Grafičar's junior and reserve squads in the coming months. The club's long-term purpose is to prepare players for first-team action, starting with cup or friendly games and moving to competitive leagues. This endeavor is a huge step forward in Dollyp Sports Academy's efforts to connect Nigerian youth football with European development programs. Fans in Kwara are already keeping a watch on both players, expecting they will break through and set the bar for future academy exports. Best wishes to Ridwan Olarewaju and Muhammad Ismail as they continue their journey in Serbia and work towards greater professional success.