Transfer: Okereke set to join Serie B club Benevento

Nigerian striker David Okereke has joined Italian club Benevento on a free transfer, DAILY POST reports.

Okereke will sign a two-year contract with the option of another year.

The 28-year-old is expected to undergo medicals on Monday, before signing his contract.

The forward chose Benevento despite interest from Turkey, MLS, Belgium and Sampdoria.

Okereke could make his debut for Benevento in the Coppa Italia clash against Fiorentina on Friday.

The former U-23 player spent last season on loan with Turkish Super Lig club Gaziantep.

He scored nine goals in 29 league appearances for the Falcons.

Benevento gained promotion to Serie B last season.