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123jamessmith:
Why nobody is talking about David Ozoh of Derby. Apart from Ndidi and onyeka, there's no other good midfielders.
I think the coach need to bring him to the team, he's not a bad player.
If he's invited he will come.

Papi85:
Frank the tank’s successor 👊😁

TheSuperNerd:
Same right midfield/CM/Double pivot support tendencies... Insane workrate and off-the-ball engine.

I no n'ime Mmuo... 🤝🏿👌🏽😄

Papi85:
still have doubts if Kayode will accept to switch to us

Papi85:
still have doubts if Kayode will accept to switch to us

Sani Kaita recalls the ability of former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi, at the U20 level. pic.twitter.com/P3hViqhpvJ

— EaglesTracker (@ETMediaNG) April 7, 2026

Papi85:
Nigeria international Tochukwu Nnadi’s short stay at Olympique de Marseille looks set to end far sooner than many expected, Soccernet.ng reports.

The Nigerian midfielder arrived with promise, but just a few months later, the story has turned into one of missed chances, changing plans, and a club still searching for stability.

When Nnadi signed from SV Zulte Waregem for around €6 million, there was genuine excitement. He had shown glimpses of quality and energy in Belgium, and Marseille believed they were bringing in a player for the future. But football can change quickly.

The key problem was not just his performances, but the environment he walked into. Nnadi was reportedly a player approved under Roberto De Zerbi, but the Italian coach’s quick exit from the club left the youngster in a difficult position. Without the manager who wanted him, Nnadi suddenly became a player without a strong voice backing him.

From there, things only got harder. Under new coach Habib Beye, Nnadi has struggled to find a place. The message from inside the club has been clear. As reported by insider account GP013 via BFC:

“You probably guessed it, but Habib Beye doesn’t want Tochukwu Nnadi, who will almost certainly leave OM at the end of the season.”
That statement sums up the situation. Tochukwu Nnadi's struggles at Marseille is not really about form or adaptation, it is about fit. Nnadi does not appear to match what the current manager wants.

His lack of playing time tells the same story. Since arriving in February, he has managed just 26 minutes across three appearances. For a young player trying to settle in a new country and league, that is simply not enough to build confidence or show his true level.

At the same time, Marseille themselves are in a period of uncertainty. While Beye is contracted until 2027, his future depends heavily on results, especially whether the club can finish in the top three in Ligue 1. In such an unstable setting, young players like Nnadi often struggle the most.

What next for Tochukwu Nnadi?

All signs now point to a summer exit. For both Nnadi and Marseille, it feels like the right moment to move on and start again.

One possible destination is a return to SV Zulte Waregem, where he previously enjoyed his football. A loan or permanent deal could help him rediscover his confidence in a familiar environment.

Nigerian midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi
Tochukwu Nnadi. Copyright: xShengolpixsxIMAGO
There is also interest within France, with several unnamed Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 clubs believed to be watching closely. These teams could offer him regular playing time, something he has badly missed in Marseille.

Beyond France, other options remain on the table. West Ham United had shown strong interest before his move to Marseille, and while there is no fresh confirmation, the Premier League has long been linked with his name.

Elsewhere, clubs like Werder Bremen and Dynamo Moscow were previously interested after his performances at youth level. Those links could be revived if Marseille officially place him on the market.

Nnadi is currently valued at €3 million and was a member of the Super Eagles squad that won bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Copied from soccernet.ng

TheSuperNerd:
Super Eagles GK Department Update:

Stanley Nwabali, 29 - Clubless (Summer bound to find a new team)
Maduka Okoye, 26 - Udinese, Italy
Francis Uzoho, 27 - Omonia Nicosia, Cyprus
Adebayo Adeleye, 25 - Enosis Paralimni, Cyprus
🆕️⚡️Arthur Okonkwo, 24 - Wrexham AFC, England.

Yep. We are building an Army for the Next 2 Afcons and 2030 WCQs Campaign.

jihday:
very soon Uzoho and Adeleye will be forgotten players

TheSuperNerd:
There are reasons why Mikel Obi was called Odogwu in the Super Eagles. Even before the U20 World Cup, Mikel's trial in South Africa left the South Africans and euro scouts, that turned up, stunned.

His High Technicality and Tactical Adaptability as a midfielder is arguably the best among Nigeria's pool of midfielders since the beginning of Nigerian football history.

Amedino99:
Confirmed and here we go

123jamessmith:
There's a dual Nigeria player, he was playing at Atlanta before, I know he move to Leicester. That guy use to be a very solid defender.
What's current status

TheSuperNerd:
True. Amas Obasogie is already forgotten so very likely these 2 will follow suit.

The New Super Eagles GK 3 is going to be Nwabali, Okoye, Okonkwo.

Kog45:
I'm not really sure of Okonkwo,well with his age,he can be another Okoye,so I will not rules him out

TheSuperNerd:
Our latest recruit, Arthur Okonkwo starts for Wrexham vs Southampton in the Championship in a direct battle for that 6th place position and the last promotion playoff spot.

Southampton are on a good run of form currently so it will be a tough game.

TheSuperNerd:
And it was indeed tough. Okonkwo let in 5 goals as Wrexham fell 1-5 vs Southampton. He also committed an error that led to a goal. He had 4 saves though but a really bad day at the office for Arthur Okonkwo.

elyte89:
Chelle go don Dey rethink him decision now say wetin be dis 😃😃

elyte89:
Chelle go don Dey rethink him decision now say wetin be dis 😃😃

Another young Nigerian forward scores his first pro goal in Europe! Take a bow Charles Agada 🇳🇬!

The 19 y/o came off the bench to score in Croatian club NK Istra's 1-3 defeat to Hajduk.

Agada is at the former club of Salim Lawal, who recently transferred to Viktoria Plzeň 🇨🇿. pic.twitter.com/hKUCLVMyma

— Pan-Africa Football (@PanAfricaFooty) April 7, 2026

elyte89:
Chelle go don Dey rethink him decision now say wetin be dis 😃😃

TheSuperNerd:
Flying Eagles forward, Charles Adah Agada, 19 scored his 1st senior goal for NK Istra in their 1-3 loss vs Hajdul Split today in the Croatian Supersport HNL.

His goal here:

Another young Nigerian forward scores his first pro goal in Europe! Take a bow Charles Agada 🇳🇬!

The 19 y/o came off the bench to score in Croatian club NK Istra's 1-3 defeat to Hajduk.

Agada is at the former club of Salim Lawal, who recently transferred to Viktoria Plzeň 🇨🇿. pic.twitter.com/hKUCLVMyma

— Pan-Africa Football (@PanAfricaFooty) April 7, 2026

mrwilliams9:
Glad we got Okonkwo to switch. We need more competition at GK. If he can find a decent club at Prem or Championship level, we can be set in that department for a while.

Tournament keeper is different than a keeper for the league.

TheSuperNerd:
Flying Eagles forward, Charles Adah Agada, 19 scored his 1st senior goal for NK Istra in their 1-3 loss vs Hajdul Split today in the Croatian Supersport HNL.

His goal here:

Another young Nigerian forward scores his first pro goal in Europe! Take a bow Charles Agada 🇳🇬!

The 19 y/o came off the bench to score in Croatian club NK Istra's 1-3 defeat to Hajduk.

Agada is at the former club of Salim Lawal, who recently transferred to Viktoria Plzeň 🇨🇿. pic.twitter.com/hKUCLVMyma

— Pan-Africa Football (@PanAfricaFooty) April 7, 2026