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Nigeria is third in Group C and hosts second-placed South Africa on Friday
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Finidi will be without CB William Troost-Ekong
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Awaziem and Yusuf did not train with the rest of the squad
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Arsenal are reportedly interested in acquiring a Forward
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Osimhen’s departure from Napoli is imminent
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Napoli have set a huge price tag on the Nigerian Forward
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has expressed a strong desire to join Premier League giants Arsenal during the upcoming transfer window, as reported by Gianluca Monti of La Gazzetta dello Sport.
Despite no formal approach from Arsenal, Osimhen is believed to have identified the London club as his preferred destination in the Premier League.
This decision aligns with Arsenal’s ongoing search for a quality striker, making Osimhen a potential target for the Gunners.
Earlier discussions between Chelsea and Napoli for a player exchange involving Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku failed to materialize, leaving the Nigerian forward’s future uncertain.
Napoli’s president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has set a steep €130 million release clause for Osimhen, indicating a willingness to wait for a suitable offer from a financially capable suitor.
However, Napoli seems unlikely to retain Osimhen for the upcoming season due to concerns over his escalating salary demands, which could strain the club’s wage structure.
Aside from interest from Premier League clubs, Osimhen has also drawn attention from France and Saudi Arabia, including Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
These clubs possess the financial muscle to secure a permanent transfer for the talented striker.
With Osimhen’s desire to play in the Premier League and Arsenal’s need for attacking reinforcement, the upcoming transfer window could be an intriguing period for all parties.
The striker is currently out with injury and will miss Nigeria’s FIFA World cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic.
Nigerian shot put sensation Chukwuebuka Enekwechi claimed victory at the prestigious Mityng na Rynku Kościuszki event held in Poland.
Enekwechi’s throw of 21.41 meters secured him the top spot in the men’s Shot Put competition, marking his second triumph of the season.
Enekwechi’s stellar performance saw him outclass formidable competitors, including Tom Walsh of New Zealand, who secured second place with a throw of 20.76 meters.
Polish star Konrad Bukowiecki rounded off the podium with an impressive throw of 20.26 meters, securing third place.
With this victory under his belt, Enekwechi sets his sights on the upcoming Olympics in Paris, where he aims to replicate his outstanding performance on the global stage.
His consistent performance in recent outings position him as a formidable contender for Olympic podium finish.
In preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have commenced their training.
On Sunday, 13 players trained at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
Players including Wilfred Ndidi, Kelechi Iheanacho, Samuel Chukwueze, Fisayo Bashiru, Terem Moffi, and Victor Boniface actively participated in the session.
Additionally, Ismaila Sodiq, Kenneth Igboke, Ojo Olorunleke, Benjamin Tanimu, Ibrahim Olawoyin, and Raphael Onyedika were among those present.
However, the first-choice goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, arrived later in the afternoon and did not join the session.
Despite this, the team expects the arrival of 10 more players to bolster their ranks.
The Super Eagles will face South Africa on Friday, and will travel to Cote d’Ivoire to face Benin Republic three days later.
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