The coach of the Nigerian national team announced that Victor Osimhen will not be participating in the upcoming friendly matches against Poland and Portugal. The decision comes just days before these international fixtures.
The Super Eagles’ technical director, Gernot Rohr, cited Osimhen’s potential club situation as a reason for his absence. “We have decided not to call up Victor Osimhen for these matches,” Rohr stated. “He might be changing teams soon, and we don’t want to disrupt his plans or risk any potential issues.”
This exclusion has sparked considerable speculation among fans and media about Osimhen’s future. The Napoli striker has been a key player for Nigeria, and his absence is a significant development. The coach’s remarks suggest that a transfer is indeed in the works for the talented forward.
Nigeria is set to face Poland on March 23rd and Portugal on March 27th as part of their preparations for future competitions. The team will need to adapt to playing without their prominent striker.