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Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso revealed his doubts about the Super Eagles star's fitness after recent discomfort
New Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has been handed an early headache as Nathan Tella’s fitness comes into question ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
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Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso revealed that the forward is struggling with discomfort in his hip and could be a doubt for this weekend’s Bundesliga clash against Holstein Kiel.
Alonso provides injury update on Tella
Speaking ahead of Leverkusen’s fixture, Alonso admitted that while Tella’s condition is not classified as an injury, the 25-year-old is dealing with hip discomfort.
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The former Real Madrid and Liverpool midfielder said, "It is something to do with the hip. It is no injury, but we have to see how Nathan feels today in training. It’s a discomfort.”
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Leverkusen, currently second in the Bundesliga, are desperate to keep pace with league leaders Bayern Munich, who hold an eight-point advantage.
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With 12 games remaining, every match is crucial for Alonso’s side as they push for an unlikely title challenge.
Super Eagles selection in jeopardy?
With Nigeria set to face Rwanda and Zimbabwe, Chelle will be closely monitoring the situation, hoping that Tella’s issue is not serious enough to keep him out of international duty.
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The Malian boss is expected to announce his first-ever Super Eagles squad and Tella was tipped to be a major part of Nigeria’s attack for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
The winger’s pace, versatility, and goal-scoring ability make him a valuable asset, and his absence would be a significant blow for the new Nigerian boss.
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Chelle and Nigerian fans will be hoping that the hip issue is nothing more than a minor setback and that the Bayer Leverkusen star will be fit to play against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.
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