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'Her speed will always be useful' - Thomas Dennerby backs Oshoala to shine at Barcelona

Nigeria women head coach Thomas Dennerby believes Asisat Oshoala's speed will always be essential for new club Barcelona.

The three-time African women queen joined the Spanish women's topflight on a six-month loan deal from Chinese Women Super League side, Dalian Quanjian.

And an excited Dennerby is confident that the former Arsenal and Liverpool Ladies forward will be a huge bargain in the title pursuit of the Blaugranes .

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"I think it's a good move for Asisat Oshoala," Dennerby told Goal.

"It's really a good team with lot of skilful players and a nice environment for her to improve ahead of the Women's World Cup.