Paul Onuachu is a Nigerian striker for Trabzonspor and the Super Eagles. Born on 28 May 1994, he is 32 years old and stands 2.01 metres tall. He began his senior career at FC Midtjylland before moving to Genk, Southampton and Trabzonspor.
Onuachu scored 85 goals in 134 appearances for Genk in Transfermarkt’s club statistics. He also scored 15 league goals in 21 matches during his first spell at Trabzonspor before returning to the club permanently in 2025.
This Paul Onuachu biography covers his age, height, career, goals, stats, salary, net worth, family, Nigeria record and Trabzonspor contract.
Paul Onuachu Biography
| Detail | Information |
| Full name | Ebere Paul Onuachu |
| Date of birth | 28 May 1994 |
| Age | 32 |
| Place of birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Height | 2.01 m |
| Position | Centre-forward |
| Preferred foot | Right |
| Current club | Trabzonspor |
| Shirt number | 30 |
| National team | Nigeria |
| Contract | Until 30 June 2028 |
| International record | 34 caps, 5 goals |
| Market value | €6 million |
Transfermarkt lists Onuachu at 2.01 metres and records his Trabzonspor contract through June 2028.
Where Does Paul Onuachu Play?
Paul Onuachu plays for Trabzonspor in the Turkish Süper Lig.
Trabzonspor signed him permanently from Southampton in July 2025 after his loan spell with the Turkish club during the 2023/24 season.
Southampton recorded 40 appearances and four goals for Onuachu before his departure.
Transfermarkt lists his Trabzonspor contract until 30 June 2028, with an option for another year.
Paul Onuachu’s Football Career
Onuachu moved from Nigerian academy side FC Ebedei to FC Midtjylland in Denmark in 2012.
He spent several seasons with the Danish club, had a loan spell at Vejle Boldklub and then returned to Midtjylland before joining Genk in Belgium in 2019.
His career later took him to Southampton in England before he returned to Turkey with Trabzonspor.
FC Midtjylland
Onuachu joined FC Midtjylland in 2012 after coming through FC Ebedei.
He made his senior debut for the Danish club and remained there for most of his first professional years.
Transfermarkt records 181 appearances and 74 goals for Midtjylland.
He won the Danish Superliga and Danish Cup during his time with the club.
Vejle Boldklub
Onuachu joined Vejle Boldklub on loan in 2015.
He made 13 appearances and scored five goals before returning to Midtjylland.
Genk
Genk signed Onuachu in 2019.
He scored 85 goals in 134 appearances for the Belgian club according to Transfermarkt.
During the 2020/21 season, he won the Belgian Cup and finished as the Belgian top flight’s leading scorer.
His performances also earned him the Belgian Footballer of the Year award.
Southampton
Southampton signed Onuachu from Genk in January 2023.
The transfer marked his move into the Premier League.
He made 40 appearances for Southampton and scored four goals before leaving the club in 2025.
His first Southampton goal came against Nottingham Forest in January 2025.
He scored the winning goal against Ipswich Town in February 2025.
He also scored against Wolverhampton Wanderers in March 2025.
Trabzonspor Loan
Onuachu joined Trabzonspor on loan for the 2023/24 season.
He scored 15 league goals in 21 appearances during the campaign.
The Turkish club later completed a permanent transfer for the striker.
Trabzonspor Return
Trabzonspor signed Onuachu permanently from Southampton in 2025.
Reuters reported the transfer fee at €5.6 million.
He scored in Trabzonspor’s opening league match of the 2025/26 season against Kocaelispor in a 1–0 victory.
He scored twice in the 3–1 win over Konyaspor in November 2025.
Onuachu also scored twice in the Turkish Cup final against Konyaspor as Trabzonspor won 2–1.
Goals And Statistics
Transfermarkt’s club statistics record the following figures:
| Club | Appearances | Goals |
| FC Midtjylland | 181 | 74 |
| KRC Genk | 134 | 85 |
| Trabzonspor | 48 | 36 |
| Southampton | 40 | 4 |
| Vejle Boldklub | 13 | 5 |
| Midtjylland Reserves | 1 | 0 |
The totals include the competitions counted by Transfermarkt.
FBref uses different competition filters. Its record lists 103 league appearances and 72 league goals for Onuachu at Genk.
Paul Onuachu’s Nigeria Career
Onuachu made his Nigeria debut in 2019.
He has played for the Super Eagles at senior level and has been part of Nigeria’s attacking options during several international competitions.
Transfermarkt lists 34 appearances for Nigeria and 5 goals as of its May 2026 update.
At the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Onuachu scored Nigeria’s opening goal in the 3–1 group-stage victory over Uganda.
Playing Style
Onuachu plays as a centre-forward.
His 2.01-metre height gives him an aerial advantage when attacking crosses and set pieces.
He can also finish with either foot inside the penalty area.
His club scoring record includes 74 goals for Midtjylland, 85 for Genk and 36 for Trabzonspor in Transfermarkt’s statistics.
Paul Onuachu Honours
Onuachu has won domestic trophies in Denmark, Belgium and Turkey.
FC Midtjylland
- Danish Superliga
- Danish Cup
Genk
- Belgian Cup
- Belgian top-flight Golden Boot
- Belgian Footballer of the Year
Trabzonspor
- Turkish Cup
Paul Onuachu Salary
Paul Onuachu earns an estimated €2.5 million per year at Trabzonspor, according to Capology. His gross weekly salary stands at about €48,077, excluding bonuses, and his contract runs until 30 June 2028.
Before returning to Turkey, Onuachu signed a four-year Southampton contract worth $6.24 million, according to Spotrac. The agreement gave him an average annual salary of $1.56 million.
In 2026, Al Ahli tried to lure Onuachu from Trabzonspor with a higher-paying contract. Legit.ng reported an offer worth €8 million a year, while other reports put the proposed package at about ₦13 billion annually and said the deal would have tripled his Turkish earnings. Onuachu rejected the offer and stayed at Trabzonspor.
Paul Onuachu Net Worth
Paul Onuachu’s net worth is estimated at $9.7 million, according to Pulse Sports in January 2026.
Transfermarkt, meanwhile, lists his football market value at €6 million as of May 2026. That valuation covers his estimated transfer value and does not represent his personal wealth.
Therefore, the $9.7 million figure remains the latest published net-worth estimate cited for Onuachu in 2026. Onuachu and Trabzonspor have not announced an official figure for his personal wealth.
Is Paul Onuachu Married?
Yes. Paul Onuachu is married to Ghanaian woman Tracy Acheampong.
The couple met at Amsterdam Airport when Onuachu travelled to Nigeria and Tracy headed to Ghana. They later started a relationship while Onuachu played for FC Midtjylland in Denmark.
In January 2022, Onuachu proposed to Tracy in Paris. Four months later, they married in Ghana on 28 May 2022.
The couple continued the wedding celebrations in Lagos in June 2022, where they hosted family members, friends and football colleagues. They also wore traditional Nigerian and Ghanaian outfits during the ceremonies.
Before their wedding, the couple released pre-wedding photographs that documented their relationship and engagement.
Onuachu and Tracy have children together. In April 2024, a report stated that they were expecting their second child and already had a daughter.
Paul Onuachu Family
Paul Onuachu is one of five children. His father worked as a truck driver, while his mother worked as a housewife and cleaner. The family lived in Owerri before moving to Lagos, where Onuachu continued playing football.
His parents supported his football career from his early days in Nigeria through his move to Denmark. While he played for Southampton, he hosted his parents in England.
His parents have attended some of his matches in Europe. Members of his family were also with him in Turkey after Trabzonspor won the Turkish Cup in 2026.
Onuachu has a brother named Chisom David. Details about his other siblings have received limited coverage.
Transfer History
| Year | From | To | Transfer |
| 2012 | FC Ebedei | FC Midtjylland | Permanent |
| 2015 | FC Midtjylland | Vejle Boldklub | Loan |
| 2016 | Vejle Boldklub | FC Midtjylland | Loan ended |
| 2019 | FC Midtjylland | Genk | Permanent |
| 2023 | Genk | Southampton | Permanent |
| 2023 | Southampton | Trabzonspor | Loan |
| 2025 | Southampton | Trabzonspor | Permanent |
Trabzonspor’s permanent deal in 2025 followed his 2023/24 loan campaign in Turkey.
FAQs
How old is Paul Onuachu?
Paul Onuachu was born on 28 May 1994 and is 32 years old in 2026.
How tall is Paul Onuachu?
Paul Onuachu is 2.01 metres tall, or about 6 feet 7 inches.
Which club does Paul Onuachu play for?
He plays for Trabzonspor in the Turkish Süper Lig.
What position does Paul Onuachu play?
He plays as a centre-forward.
Is Paul Onuachu Nigerian?
Yes. He represents Nigeria at senior international level.
How many goals has Paul Onuachu scored for Nigeria?
Transfermarkt lists him with five goals for Nigeria.
Which club did Paul Onuachu play for before Southampton?
He played for Genk before joining Southampton in January 2023.
How many goals did Paul Onuachu score for Genk?
Transfermarkt records 85 goals in 134 appearances for Genk.
How many goals did Paul Onuachu score for Southampton?
He scored four goals in 40 appearances for Southampton.
Did Paul Onuachu play for Trabzonspor before joining permanently?
Yes. He spent the 2023/24 season at Trabzonspor on loan before signing permanently in 2025.
How many goals did Paul Onuachu score for Trabzonspor on loan?
He scored 15 league goals in 21 appearances during the 2023/24 season.
When did Paul Onuachu join Trabzonspor permanently?
Trabzonspor signed him permanently in 2025.
How long is Paul Onuachu’s Trabzonspor contract?
Transfermarkt lists his contract until 30 June 2028, with an option for another year.
How much does Paul Onuachu earn?
Capology estimates his gross salary at about €2.5 million per year, excluding bonuses.
What is Paul Onuachu’s net worth?
Paul Onuachu’s net worth is estimated at $9.7 million.
Is Paul Onuachu married?
Yes, to Ghanaian woman Tracy Acheampong.
What trophies has Paul Onuachu won?
His honours include the Danish Superliga, Danish Cup, Belgian Cup and Turkish Cup.
What is Paul Onuachu’s full name?
His full name is Ebere Paul Onuachu.
