Akor Adams’ long-held dream of creating his Tremendous Eagles debut could possibly be delayed after Sevilla raised issues about his health. The Nigerian striker, who’s recovering from harm, was named in Nigeria’s 39-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers in opposition to Rwanda and Zimbabwe. Nonetheless, Sevilla supervisor García Pimienta has made it clear that Adams should be medically cleared by the membership earlier than he can be a part of the nationwide crew.
Adams, who joined Sevilla from Montpellier for €5.5 million, has solely performed 9 minutes for the Spanish aspect because of a myofascial harm. He has resumed mild coaching with Sevilla’s medical employees, however Pimienta insists the participant should be 100% match earlier than he’s allowed to return to aggressive motion.
“If he isn’t totally match, he can not go along with the nationwide crew,” Pimienta mentioned. “He ought to first assist us right here at Sevilla, and as soon as cleared by the medical employees, we are able to think about his call-up to Nigeria.”
This uncertainty leaves Adams’ participation within the Tremendous Eagles’ qualifiers unsure. Whereas Nigeria’s new coach, Éric Sékou Chelle, has included him within the preliminary squad, Sevilla is targeted on making certain Adams is totally recovered earlier than permitting him to journey.
