With the NFF dragging their heels over the appointment of a new Super Eagles coach after Finidi George failed to grab the opportunity of a lifetime gifted him, it is hard for me to build a mental profile of players to be invited for September's Afcon qualifiers.
If we have a coach, at least we can use his tactical philosophy to try to second-guess players likely to fit his profile.
If the new coach will lay significant emphasis on wingplay like Finidi and Peseiro, then Ejuke will fit the bill.
Playing in the prestigious Spanish league raises his profile. His dribbling abilities, pace and willingness to run at defenders are selling points.
I pray we get a coach who plots from the wings so Ejuke can be considered.
He is exciting to watch. He uplifts when in flight and enthralls when taking out defenders. His defensive acumen is seen as inadequate by some observers which is troubling.
Imagine Lookman on the left, Osimhen in the middle and Ejuke on the right with a level of understanding among the three that breeds productivity laced with quality service from midfield. I think they will be too hot to handle.
Anyways, I love pacy wingers hence my desire to see Ejuke return in the not too distant future.
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