Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has reportedly sustained an injury during Coventry City’s heavy 5-0 defeat to Brighton over the weekend.
Onyeka started the encounter and played 73 minutes before appearing to pick up a wrist injury after a challenge that left him visibly uncomfortable.
Sports247 reports that the Nigerian midfielder was pushed to the ground by an opponent during the game and subsequently appeared to be struggling with the injury before being forced off.
The full extent of Onyeka’s injury remains unknown, with further medical assessment expected to determine the severity of the setback and how long he could potentially be sidelined.
The development could be a concern for Super Eagles head coach Éric Sékou Chelle, with Nigeria preparing for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau.
Onyeka has become an important option in the Super Eagles midfield, bringing energy, defensive discipline and experience to the team. His availability could therefore be crucial as Nigeria prepares for the decisive qualifying fixtures.
The midfielder could now join fellow Super Eagles forwards Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu on the injury list, depending on the outcome of his medical assessment.
Nigeria will be hoping the setback is not serious and that Onyeka can recover in time to join the squad for the upcoming international window.
For now, attention will remain on the medical updates surrounding the Coventry City midfielder, with the Super Eagles camp awaiting clarity on his fitness ahead of the AFCON qualifiers.
