The NFF General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi has revealed that there’ll be a significantly refreshed Super Eagles squad for the upcoming Unity Cup.
Sanusi confirmed that the selection will largely feature players from the domestic league, alongside eligible players born in the diaspora.
He also noted that established senior stars, including Victor Osimhen, will not be part of the squad for the Unity Cup.
“The essence of the Unity Cup every year is to make sure that we come together as a Nigerian team alongside the teams that will play in that tournament and, of course, to look for players that will make up the Nigerian team.
“Having said this, what we expect is to see players of Nigerian extraction, whether you are playing in Nigeria or outside Nigeria, for that competition.
“In Nigeria, if you are looking for talent, you discover one, yet there are many others undiscovered.
“So, we have so many Nigerians born abroad that will take part in the Unity Cup.
“It’s likely that you will see home-based players, players that are playing in Nigeria alongside those that haven’t been called before for that competition.
“You aren’t likely to see the likes of Osimhen and the rest of them.”
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Meanwhile, Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has already begun scouting activities ahead of the competition.
Reports indicate that Chelle has been actively monitoring talent both locally and abroad.
The coach is said to have held discussions with representatives of Femi Azeez, who has impressed with Millwall this season.
Chelle has also been spotted at several NPFL venues as part of efforts to build a more competitive and diverse team.
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