Year: 2025
With just under three months remaining on his current deal, the 26-year-old is expected to make a final decision about his future at the end of the season.
The Coach further revealed that he presented his vision and footballing philosophy at a coaching conference organized by the NFF.
The winger is currently recovering from a knock sustained in Leverkusen’s match against Union Berlin, where he was forced off shortly after halftime following a first-half collision.
With the tie finely balanced, Valverde has urged his players to remain alert to the dangers posed by the in-form Nigerian forward.
Iheanacho joined Sevilla in the summer of 2024 after the expiration of his contract with Leicester City but failed to make the desired impact at the Spanish club.
The 26-year-old has been in blistering form this season, scoring 29 goals and providing six assists in 33 appearances across all competitions.
As of now, Nigeria sits fourth in Group C with seven points from six matches, having secured only one win and four draws, and suffering one defeat.
Their return to the elite stage after 42 years ended in heartbreak, yet Villa Park witnessed a performance that reminded the continent: this side belongs.
Aruna opened Group 16 with a 3-1 win over Benin’s Abdel-Kader Salifou, overcoming both a stubborn opponent and a nagging hamstring issue.
The return leg will take place at the Stade Mustapha Tchaker in Blida, on April 25, with the winner on aggregate progressing to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup finals.
