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BascoVanVeli:
I think Osimhen is close to Orji. Might not have goals but he has notched a couple starts and I am sure he will get a look this year. He is closer to the Wolfsburg first XI than Orji is to Bolognas'.

I don't think Osimhen is close to Orji because he has played more games and scored more goals Osimhen in past two seasons. He is a first team player though he somethings comes from the bench.

Over 200 minutes of game time in each seasons can't be compared with Osimhen 45 minutes last two season and around 200 minutes of game time last season.

Orji is far ahead.

edi287:
This U20 is suppose to be our most exciting team. Why this Paul Aigbogun guy no Wan behave?

Hahahahahaha! He had better behave himself. By now, I expect him to call those foreign born players. Most especially, Midhat Bajric, Keanan Bennetts and Deji Beyreuther who have all openly indicated to play for Nigeria U20 and SE. While at that, he should also consider players that won the last U17. I think only Kingsley Michael and Samuel Chukweze are eligible to play for Nigeria U20 because they were born in 1999.


I hope Shawn Adewoye and Adam Idah are considered.

TheGoodJoe:
When I watched Nmecha, I was not convinced with his play but looks a versatile and technical player like Danillo. I think that is why Guardiola likes the young man a lot. Nmecha must have gained a lot working regularly with Guardiola.

His first touch and movement showed he is very talented looking at his age.

Watch very well and you will see what I am seeing.

Official: Nigerian Striker Pens New Long-Term Deal With Liverpool

Published: July 17, 2018

Liverpool have confirmed on their official website that Nigeria U23 international Taiwo Awoniyi has penned a new long-term deal with the club.

The Reds offered the striker fresh terms on the back of his impressive performances last season for Royal Excel Mouscron, for whom he scored ten goals in 31 matches across all tournaments.

Speaking on the new deal, Awoniyi said to the club's official website : ''I feel excited and I feel very happy.

''It has been three years since I first came to Liverpool. So far, so good. The last year was the best for me, it has been an amazing year so far.

''I just have to keep working hard each year and I believe one day the dream will come true.

''Thanks to my family, who have been so supportive. I’m very glad and excited about this contract and hopefully to have an even better year.''

The 2013 Fifa U17 World Cup winner has spent the last three seasons on loan at FSV Frankfurt, NEC Nijmegen and Royal Excel Mouscron.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel


http://www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=28554

Loogan:
Who else has noticed that most of our players from the 2015 U-17 set are not finding it as difficult as the previous generations in terms of adapting very quickly to the high standards in Europe top leagues likes of Kingsley Micheal, orji, chuckwueze, kelechi N....signs of progress in our football BTW where is zakari Lukeman? bundle of talent but no major transfer!

Only Orji has adapted quickly to high standard European league. The rest are still coming up. Though Osimhen is in the Bundusliga but he's still struggling for game time.

Hopefully, these lads break through this season. I really like Kingsley Michael and Chukwueze.

ChrisKels:
Hahahahaha leave am, when dem do am something, no be person go tell am to comport

Hahahahahaha!

ChrisKels:
Na the same guy wey u know. Yea he was fresher while with the Nigerian U17s. I heard he trains like a wild animal. Maybe thats what's draining him up plus his dreadlocks.

Hmmmmm! I see. The bobo don grow ooo.

You can see he is a special kid the moment you see him on the ball. I wondered why he always came from the bench during the U20 World Cup.

komekn:
Most promising U20 players in Europe at this stage should already have a considerable number of first team games under thier belts before being considered.

Or in the alternative have done well on a loan move.

That's why I am waiting for Bobby Adekanya ex PSV Barcelona and now Liverpool. But then his pedigree may allow for exceptional circumstances.

Who will he displace at Liverpool Mane or Salah❓ The competition ahead of him is too much.

You are right about that. Let us hope Bennetts and Mandela Egbo get to play for their new club in the Bundusliga, Borussia-Monchengladbach, before the U20 begins but we should let them know we need them.

I know Bobby Adekanye very well. From his days at PSV to Barcelona back to Eredivise because Barcelona broke UEFA rules and sanctioned for that, before he finally went to Liverpool.

He begged Manu Garba and Emmanuel Amuneke tire to play for Nigeria U17 team but he was snubbed on those two occasions before he agreed to play for Netherlands.

Anyway, he is still eligible to play for only Nigeria SE but he has to get a decent club if he can't make Liverpool’s first team.

Uzoho is on the list.

World Cup 2018: France & Nigeria stars in U23 Player of the Tournament

Kylian Mbappe took home the Young Player award, but which other youngsters shone in Russia?

Chris Weir by Chris Weir Jul 17, 2018J
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The age of the undiscovered footballer is dead. An influx of money and technology has put paid to that, but there remains something thrilling about a young player starring at the World Cup.

Everybody loves an audacious talent, who uses the biggest platform of them to overthrow the established order. 2018 has been no exception.

Kylian Mbappe stole most of the headlines, as the 19-year-old bagged a goal in the World Cup final and impressed with his pure pace, but there are plenty of other young players who have improved their reputation over the course of the competition.

Here are five of the U23 stars to impress in Russia.

5 Aleksandr Golovin [Russia]


Linked with Juventus and Chelsea before the tournament, Aleksandr Golovin quickly lived up to the hype.

The 21-year-old bossed Russia's midfield, notching two assists in four games. Golovin combined nimble passing with maturity and presence in Stanislav Cherchesov's surprise package and was the most vital competent of a team that very nearly reached the last four.

His performances in the first two group games were exceptional, and he helped guide Russia past Spain in one of the shock results of the tournament.

4 Francis Uzoho [Nigeria]


Whilst Jordan Pickford, Thibaut Courtois and Danijel Subasic were the most impressive goalkeepers, none are under the age of 23, thus they must give way to Nigeria's Francis Uzoho.

Only making his La Liga debut in 2017, the 19-year-old impressed between the sticks for the Super Eagles, despite their group stage exit, in what were seventh, eighth and ninth caps.

He tipped Lionel Messi's free kick onto the post against Argentina in the final group game, whilst making early saves against Iceland to become the second-youngest 'keeper to keep a World Cup clean sheet.

3 Ismaila Sarr [Senegal]


A good World Cup can do wonders for your career. By that logic, Ismaila Sarr should turn up at one of Europe's biggest clubs before long.

The Senegalese winger was the star of Aliou Cisse's talented team, a constant threat on the right-hand side as the Africans came within a whisker of a deserved qualification from the group stage.

Links with Liverpool should be no surprise; the Rennes man could be an even better purchase than his compatriot Sadio Mane.

2 Lucas Torreira [Uruguay]

The 22-year-old showed just why Arsenal made a move for him this summer, with a series of rambunctious displays for Uruguay.

The headline moment of his World Cup is unarguable; with Cristiano Ronaldo launching a counter-attack in the round of 16, all of his five-foot-six frame was thrown into a shoulder verge that sent the Portuguese flying.

Combining precise aggression with astute positioning and technique, Torreira proved in Russia that he could be a leader in London and Montevideo for the next decade.

1 Kylian Mbappe [France]


The second youngest player at the World Cup has lit it up like no other. Mbappe's astounding performance against Argentina in the last-16 was impressive enough, but his role in the 1-0 defeat of Belgium was joyous to behold.

As he tore repeatedly past Jan Vertonghen on the left, one has the sense of a beginning. Mbappe was a menace in every side he faced because of his electrifying pace and superb end product.

He became the youngest player since Pele to score in a World Cup final and it looks like the torch of football's future megastars has been passed to the young striker.

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Rohr should intensify efforts to get Luka Nmecha. He is a very good player. Plays like a Brazilian the first time I saw him.


17-Year-Old Defender Among Four Nigerians Named In Man City Squad For USA Tour

Published: July 17, 2018

17-Year-Old Defender Among Four Nigerians Named In Man City Squad For USA Tour
Manchester City have revealed their full squad for the tour of United States later this month, including four Nigerian youngsters in their list, the likes of Tosin Adarabioyo, Lukas Nmecha and Tom Dele-Bashiru as well the club's U-18 sensation, Nathanael Ogbeta.

A picture published on the Citizen's Twitter handle revealed that the aforementioned quartet are among the 28 players listed for their pre-season activities in the States, having been observed at close quarters by the club's manager, Josep Guardiola during training at the City Football Academy ahead of the new season.

While Adarabioyo, Nmecha and Dele-Bashiru have all made their first team debuts for the Etihad Stadium outfit, Ogbeta, a defender by trade, has yet to earn a place with the senior side but this could be a pointer that he is well in the plans of Guardiola for the upcoming campaign.

The 17-year old made ten appearances for the U18s in the UPL last term, scoring the winner for the Young Citizens in a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough.

Adarabioyo made his first-team debut in an FA Cup match against Chelsea in February 2016 while his compatriot, Nmecha made his professional debut for Manchester City in a League Cup clash vs Leicester City in December 2017, and took in three appearances for the first team last season.

City will play their first ICC game against Borrusia Dortmund on Saturday 21st, with clashes versus Liverpool and Bayern Munich yet to come.

Emmanuel Chinaza


http://www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=28550

Is he eligible to play for U17? If not, make U20 monitor am.

Nigerian Striker Dubbed The New Zlatan Ibrahimovic Scores FOUR Goals As Norwich City U23 Hammer Borussia Dortmund

Published: July 17, 2018

Precocious Norwich City Nigerian teenage striker, Adam Idah grabbed the headlines yet again on Tuesday after helping himself to four of his side's goals in a 6-0 trouncing of Borussia Dortmund II at the Schwansbell Stadium.

Idah, 17, was one of the two players of Nigerian descent in his side's starting XI, the other been defender, Timi Odusina and the duo were impressive during their run-outs.

The striker particularly put in a sensational showing for the Canaries, opening scoring from the spot just five minutes into the match before waltzing through the Dortmund defence to feed teammate, Payne who then set up Spyrou to score.

His best was even yet to come though as he scored four minutes to the break and then added two more afterwards, the pick of his efforts arguably his last to make it 6-0 when he took on the opposition defenders, outwitting them in style before dispatching with aplomb.

Both players were promoted to the U23s last season despite their tender years and they will not be short of suitors who will be willing to offer them first team football.

At the end of last campaign, the talented striker, who has been compared to Sweden legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic, made a clean sweep of the club's annual awards, taking home both the U18 Player Of The Year and Academy Player Of The Year.

Emmanuel Chinaza

http://www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=28553

edi287:
This is great news. At least that U20 coach isn't as useless as I thought he is. More of this and no one will complain about him

Hahahahahah! You better don't put your mind on Nigerian coaches else dey nack you 4 ground. Hahahaha!

ChrisKels:
Kingsley Michael proving to be one of, (if not) Bologna's best midfielder so far in the preseason with yet another spectacular performance

I am trying to see if this is the same Kingsley Michael I know because all the pictures I am seeing one lanky dark in complexion and tall guy. It's is different from the fair in complexion Kingsley Michael I know.

Abeg, post his picture with Nigeria U17 and now. Thanks

ChrisKels:
Bennets and Mandela are already England U20 internationals

Bennetts only played friendlies for England U20. He can still play for Nigeria U20.

Mandela Egbo should be monitored and invited to the National team once he begins to make the bench or have some games.

We need to wait until they become Super stars.

ChrisKels:
Link to where he chose Nigeria ahead of Sweden and possibly England or I dont bilivit

Sunderland’s Asoro prefers Nigeria to Sweden

by David Ngobua @Ngobuadavid

Joel Joshghene Asoro who plays for English Championship side, Sunderland has expressed readiness to switch allegiance from Sweden to represent the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

Although he has represented Sweden at the U-17 and U-20 level, the attacking midfielder’s parents are Nigerians and so he is eligible to play for the Super Eagles.
A confidant of the player, who spoke to Daily Trust on condition of anonymity, said the youngster is willing to dump Sweden for Nigeria, if the Super Eagles coach would give him a chance.

He said the strong forward is ready to give the other strikers in the Super Eagles a fight for shirt in the team that will represent Nigeria at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

“It is true that Joel has featured for Sweden at the junior levels but he is keen on playing for his fatherland.
“Although he was born and brought up in Sweden, his parents are Nigerians and he is yet to feature for Sweden at the national level.

“Joel will bring attacking options to the national team so if I have access to the national team handlers, I would ask them to give the youngster a chance to fight for shirt in the Super Eagles.

“He said he is ready to come if invited. He is also ready to fight for shirt for the 2018 World Cup,” said the player’s associate.

Asoro signed for English side Sunderland in 2015 but made his professional debut on 21 August 2016, in the league against Middlesbrough.

The 18 year old, who has played 9 times for the Sweden U-21 side made his debut when he started in the 1-1 draw against Spain on 5 September 2016 and also scored the last goal in the team’s 3-0 victory over Estonia on 6 October 2016.

https://www.dailytrust.com.ng/amplite/sunderland-s-asoro-prefers-nigeria-to-sweden.html

charlesemeka85:
peeps make una see ooooo



Swedish-born of Ghanaian descent Joel Asoro has expressed his pleasure after completing a move to English Championship side Swansea City.

The 19-year-old penned a four year deal with the Welsh-based side for a transfer fee around £2 million from Sunderland.

"It feels very, very good to be at this club. I have watched Swansea play in the Premier League and I enjoyed seeing them play football. That's the way I like to play football too," Asoro told Swansea's club website.

"It was not easy for me to leave Sunderland. I came over from Sweden to join them when I was only 15. It was a bit hard, but I wanted a new challenge."

He scored three goals in 29 games as the Black Cats were relegated to Sky Bet League One last season - had one year left on his deal at the Stadium of Light but rejected a new contract offer.

Asoro is still eligible to represent Ghana despite playing for the Sweden U21 team.

NFF has contacted him and he has agreed to play for Nigeria ahead of Sweden. Ghana is only day dreaming. Hahahahahahahahaha!

edi287:
Heard he's rated highly at the club. Defoe said he was one to look out for

He is currently their best young player this season. I heard he is left footed and a winger when he played for our U20 team this year.

goldfish80:
He was hotly chased by Tottenham before signing for Swansea, a move which could be the best for his development as he will get decent playing time for the promotion contenders.
He is highly rated in England.

When i first brought our attention to this lad here, one mischievously called me names in order to potray me a tribalist but I know my conscience is clear and I will keep saying what I know his right.

That was even 2 years ago matter ooooooo.

Anyway, shortly, after I am through with somethings, I will begin to monitor our players both home and abroad.

Faleye and the other guy that got red card in the AFCON tournament showed potential.

tbaba1234:
Nnamdi Ofoborh of Bournemouth has joined up with the first team for preseason.

He was invited by the under 20 coach for the Egypt friendly.

Currently, the 2017/2018 Bournemouth young player of the year.

It's expected.

charlesemeka85:
list of euro-born lads i would love to have in the super eagles setup

philip anyanwu billing(huddlesfield)22 yrs old- an emerging midfield dynamo who will add more quality to the team. he is naturally a central midfielder but can deployed as a DM or Box-Box midfielder as well. he is blessed with good physique which makes him a hand-full in the midfield, a calm passer of the ball and has good shooting ability as well.

Felix Akpoguma(Wolfsburg)20yrs old- a classy young defender on the rise. snapped up by wolfsburg last season, he was a revelation for the team as they struggled to maintain their status as a bundesliga team. injury kept him out of action a couple of times but shunned out good performances when he was fit. still learning the trade but good enough to be in the current super eagles setup where he will serve as an understudy to aging leon balogun.

Joshua onomah(tottenham)20yrs old- currently a regular in the english u21s, onomah has the qualities to metamorphose into a world class midfielder. he had a a good start in the colors of aston villa which made steve bruce make comments of getting him permanently from his parent club spurs before his lost of form coupled with injuries. he is highly regarded at spurs and the english youth teams which is testament to his talent. its left to see if he will opt for the super eagles later but as for now he is a an important figure for the english u21s

ademola lookman (everton) 20yrs old- has the same case as that of onomah(strongly committed to the English u21s). a proven talent judging by how he took the bundesliga by storm in the colors of leipzig,he will be a massive steal if he changes his allegiance to Nigeria. pacy,tricky,good shooting ability, good passing ability just to mention a few,this kid has all it takes to be a steady figure in the current eagles setup. he is highly regarded in the English football circle so i see his case as a difficult.

seyi ojo (liverpool) 20 yrs old- good winger blessed with pace and good skills, he will be a good addition to the team. rumors has it that he is ready to jump ship anything, if it turns out to be true then we are getting a super talent who has the skill set to become a top player in no distant time. played on loan with fulham last season where he started well and was a regular in the team before injury struck. still highly regarded in anfield, he may still be shipped out on loan this coming season but this time to an epl team.

kevin akpoguma (hoffenheim) 24yrs old- a decent center back who only got a chance in hoffenheims first team last season and gave a good account of himself. was approached by rohr prior to the worldcup but he turned the opportunity down hoping on getting a chance with the german senior national side. if he decides to have a change of heart,he will be a good addition in the teams defense. at a ripe age of 24,its time for him to make a decision about his international career and pitching tent with nigeria will be the more realistic option for him judging by how tough it may be for him to get a look in by the germans.

Do you mean Felix Uduokhai?

komekn:
I said more or less the same thing. That the true test of his ability will be when he leaves City no longer surrounded by top class even world class players. Then he will have to prove his quality.

Well I was labelled q HATER Tooo

Welcome to the 'haters' club. Hahahaha!

komekn:
Chris Houghton is a gentleman and a man of unquestionable integrity.

He will not pander to arrangements, deal before the ideal, undue respect to player projects, favoritism, etc, etc

My view is we are not ready for a guy like Chris Houghton. Or what do you think ❓

If these explains his personality, why not bring him on?

We are ready if we are truly serious but that should be after Rohr's tenure. For now, he remains the boss and we should give him the support he needs to succeed.

komekn:
Do you mean Chris Houghton ❓

Yes.

If that Fekir lands in Liverpool make other teams just be ready to mark him with 4 players because that boy is a wizard.

He could turn out to be best player in the world.

Liverpool don strong ooooooo. Chai!

charlesemeka85:
Let’s face it; things haven’t gone well for Ahmed Musa at Leicester City.

A big impact was expected from the Nigerian star when he made his £16.6 million transfer from CSKA Moscow in the summer of 2016.

However, despite a bright start, Musa managed just two league goals in 22 games in his first season for the then defending Premier League champions.

The second season at Leicester was possibly even worse, with Musa making just one single cup appearance, although he did make the most of his time on the pitch by scoring in that match.

The decision was made to loan him back to CSKA Moscow in January 2018. You could probably forgive Musa for feeling a bit pessimistic at the time.

Musa Bounced Back in Moscow and Volgograd

However, Musa snapped at his chance back in Moscow. He scored six goals in 10 appearances for CSKA as they narrowly missed out on the title.

Importantly for a player in Musa’s position, he also chipped in with three assists in those games. He didn’t register a single assist in Leicester in his 18 months at the club.

As fans of the Super Eagles will be aware, there was little chance of Musa being left out of the Nigerian World Cup squad.

At just 25-years-old, he has amassed an incredible 73 caps for his country. Surely Musa will beat the record of 101 caps held jointly by Joseph Yobo and Vincent Enyeama by the time he hangs up his boots?

Iceland goals showed class

Anyway, Musa impressed in Russia, especially with his stunning performance against Iceland. But the question is – did he impress Claude Puel and those who make the big decisions at Leicester City?

Were his goals for CSKA and Nigeria over the last few months enough to give him another shot at the Premier League?

There has been talk of a move to Galatasaray, but it would be nice to see Musa have another season in the Premier League.

There is a perception of weakness at Arsenal and maybe even Chelsea this season. That means there could by an opening for Leicester to sneak into the Top 6 and grab a Europa League place.

Bet365 have priced Leicester at 7/1 to do that. Even more ambitious Foxes fans will be thinking about a top 4 place at 33/1.

It’s a long shot, of course, but you can enjoy a no deposit free bet to back it risk free.

Leicester need a spark

The point, however, is that Leicester might need a spark if they are to realise these ambitions.

Yes, like the rest of the Premier League clubs they will undoubtedly spend pots of money over the coming weeks, but in Musa they have already a player who offers something different, a spark who can change a game in an instant.

He can, admittedly, be inconsistent at times, but the last six months have mostly shown the best of him.

Moreover, the boy from J-Town looked like he has been enjoying his football.

If he does return to the pitch for Leicester, it has to be about more than individual performances. The lack of assists was a big talking point in England during his first tenure.

Musa should be thinking about helping Jamie Vardy – a 25/1 shot for the Premier League’s Golden Boot – and the rest of the Foxes squad before thinking of his own records.

Puel is a hard taskmaster, one who puts teamwork at the forefront of his philosophy. Musa might get a second chance, but he needs to take it with both hands.

Hahahahahah! Smh at the bolded. Seriously!? Chelsea weakened? To drag 6th position with Leicester City when dem eyes dey for 1st position!? Bhuuuhahaha!

Even Arsenal could win or make top 3 with the kind of players they currently have and the new coach.

Underrate Chelsea and Arsenal dis season at ya our peril. Ah! Lol

Underrate Sarri and Emery at your own peril.

ChrisKels:
Now these are the kind of mixed Nigerians that will give 100%of what they have got to offer not the British wannabes that want us to prostrate for them or roll out the red carpets.


Midhat Bajric ;

I am a central defender, that has been my position and enjoy it so much. I look forward one day to wear green white green. May be they will invite me, I don't know but I am so crazy about it.

Wannabes or Wannabe?

Who told you all those British boys will reject a call?

Why are you not calling all the German boys Wannabes because most of them have rejected since who knows when?

ChrisKels:
Dude is expecting a call from Aigbogun after a good showing with hoffeinhem and u shouting Rohr?

You mean if he has a good showing with Hoffenheim in the Bundusliga, he is not good enough for the SE?

What a joke?

Even U20 and SE was fighting for Musa in his days.

komekn:
Salako get too much oyibo for head.

Sol Campbell uncompromising qualified experienced and knowledgeable.

Can you list his coaching experience?

If we are not going for Nigerian FB, I will rather go for Chris Hughton. He is the most experienced of all and has a very good record.

komekn:
Salako get too much oyibo for head.

Sol Campbell uncompromising qualified experienced and knowledgeable.

Can you list his coaching experience?

I think that Britiko of Ghana origin is better.

ChrisKels:
Hoffenheim New Signing Declares Intention To Represent Nigeria Ahead Of Germany, Bosnia

Nigeria are currently leading the race in the battle for the international future of 17 year old new Hoffenheim signing Midhat Bajric despite Bosnia making contact with his agent.

In a chat with Owngoalnigeria.com, the left footed central defender who moved to Hoffenheim from Nuremburg three weeks ago said his immediate focus is representing Nigeria at the U20 level.

” I am eligible to play for Nigeria, Croatia and also Bosnia. For now only Bosnia have contacted my agent over a possible invitation nothing yet from Nigeria or Croatia “, Bajric told Owngoalnigeria.com.

” My dream has always been to represent Nigeria and some people have assured me that the coach of the U20s is watching me but no contact yet with my agent. I know a good performance with Hoffenheim will help my case a lot”, he remarked.

Speaking on his links to Nigeria, the defender who has a Croatian father and a German mother who has Nigerian links cleared the air on his eligibility to feature for Nigeria at international level.

” My grandfather is a full blooded Nigerian while my mother named Odion Abieba is a half Nigerian married to my Croatian father, who has links with Bosnia. The options are much but Nigeria is top priority for now”, he concluded.

Who knows if Modric's gene dey em body?

Rohr should get him already. He should not look at his age. Afterall, Mbappe don open our eyes.

Hope it goes through but it shouldn't spoil market for Taiwo Awoniyi move to Monaco.

Liverpool Interested In Signing This 23 Y/O European Attacker: Right Fit For Klopp’s Plans?


KAA Gent winger Moses Simon has confirmed that five times Champions League winner Liverpool have shown an interest in bringing him to Anfield. The Nigerian missed a chance to play at the World Cup due to injury, however, that hasn’t stopped Liverpool from pursuing the 23-year-old, talented winger.

It is being reported that Jurgen Klopp sees him as someone who can bring in a much-required depth to his squad as they look to win something substantial and end their six-year trophy drought. The attacking ace is rated at £10m and this could be Liverpool’s fourth signing of the summer after they sealed the deals for Naby Keita, Fabinho and Xherdan Shaqiri.

Liverpool’s squad depth was exposed in the Champions League final last season after an injury to Mohamed Salah as the team struggled to get going and Adam Lallana, who was brought in as a replacement, didn’t have much game time behind him, having struggled throughout the season with injuries. Klopp will be aware that to go the distance in big competitions, having a strong bench is as important as having a strong playing eleven.

Simon can play down either of the wings but his preferred position is that of a left winger. So the Nigerian could well be a backup option for Sadio Mane. Liverpool, meanwhile, have already signed Shaqiri who will play down the right wing.

The Nigerian starlet is currently recovering from the injury for which he missed the World Cup and recently said, ”Yes, I can confirm my agent told me about Liverpool’s interest in me. I find it interesting and I leave the dealings with him and the club.’’

The Reds have been playing some of the best football in the country as they made their way to the Champions League final last season. Only a few goalkeeping errors and a bad luck with injury derailed their game as they were matching Real Madrid punch for punch in the finals.

Simon has an abundance of pace but he still is an unfinished product as he needs to add more of a goal threat to his game. The Nigerian made 33 appearances in all competitions last season and managed just 6 goals. Maybe Klopp can bring out the best in him but Premier League will most definitely be the sternest test that the 23-year-old has ever faced in his career.
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tbaba1234:
Players, i expect to have break-through seasons and perhaps have auditions with the super eagles.

1. Deji-Betheuyer (left back): He has started pre-season strongly and looks like he will play a role for Frankfurt this season. Given the general lack of natural left-footers at left back, I expect him to get a call-up this year especially if he gets enough playing time at Frankfurt.

2. Sarenren Bazee (Winger): He has also started strongly with a few goals. He suffered from injuries last term but with a full preseason under his belt, I expect him to be back with the super eagles.

3. Samuel Chukwueze: Great potential. Already training with the first team at Villarreal. A breakthrough season could mean a super eagles call-up.

4. Ebere Eze: If he picks up from where he left off or maybe joins a premier league club, a call-up can not be too far away.

What about Keanan Bennetts (Left midfielder) and Mandela Egbo (right back) both of Borussia-Monchengladbach?

Shawn Adewoye (CB) of Genk should be contacted once he gets some game time.

We don't know what they will turn out to be.

We need Keanan-Bennetts because, since he is a left midfielder and left footed, he will fit well into our new formation and Rohr himself is looking for left footed players.

That's why I think Deji and Samuel could easily make the team since they are left footed and since Rohr is searching for left footed players, provided they play some games. Sheyi Ojo is also left footed and a right winger. He's interested in playing for Nigeria. Maybe e break through Liverpool first team this season will get our attention.

We need Shawn Adewoye too because we really need to breed CBs due to the ageing once. He is still eligible to play for the U20 because he's yet to play a competitive match for Belgium but we can lure him to the SE.

Besides these players, we should intensify efforts to get those German defenders, Ademola Lookman and Lukas Nnechem. They are good players.


I forgot to add Taiwo Awoniyi. That is if he eventually goes to Monaco.