MLS: Obafemi Martins signs for Seattle Sounders

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Former Newcastle striker Obafemi Martins has announced he has joined Seattle Sounders and left Liga side Levante.

The Spanish club have confirmed that the Nigerian striker triggered the buyout clause from his contract, and Martins announced via Twitter that he had joined the MLS outfit.

"Wow... Finally, I can now announce that I have just signed for Sounders FC. A big step to take in my career, it's a big challenge but I'm ready," he wrote.

"I look forward to this new era in my career... I also look forward to meet my new team-mates and the Sounders FC fans, my new family..."

Seattle Sounders have yet to confirm the signing.