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The match served as the final tune-up for both teams ahead of the 2025 U-20 AFCON, which kicks off this weekend in Egypt.

During his absence, Sevilla brought in Swiss international Ruben Vargas, who has since cemented a starting role, leaving Ejuke to play catch-up in the squad pecking order.

With Inter missing key players like Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries, Milan capitalized on their rivals’ weakened setup.

Corona noted that while Sadiq has made a strong case to be considered for a permanent transfer, the club is currently prioritizing its short-term objectives.

Ndidi is under contract with Leicester until 2027, having signed an extension after turning down interest from Barcelona last year.

Nigeria are placed in Group B and will open their campaign against Tunisia on Thursday.

The 24-year-old, who was born in Rotterdam and raised in England, earned a call up in 2019 for Nigeria’s Olympic qualifiers against Libya.

Galatasaray had earlier edged rivals Fenerbahce in the quarterfinals and are now just one game away from lifting their first Turkish Cup title since the 2016/17 season.

As the Super Eagles head into the final stretch of their qualifiers, the pressure is mounting on both the players and coaching staff to turn things around.

The 27-year-old is in the final months of his contract at the Belgian Pro League side and has shown no interest in signing an extension.