By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Rostov midfielder Ibraheem Mahfus Ajasa has received a late invitation to join the Super Eagles squad for their international friendly against Russia, Prompt News Online reports.
Ajasa was called up as a replacement for Bright Osayi-Samuel, who is one of three players to have withdrawn from the squad ahead of the encounter.
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi and Akpe Victory have also pulled out of the fixture. John Otomewo and Vince Osuji have since been drafted into the squad as replacements.
Rostov confirmed Ajasa’s invitation on the club’s official website.
“Ibrahim Mafus Ajasa has been called up to the Nigerian national team for the match against the Russian national team.
“We wish you good luck!”
The Super Eagles have commenced preparations for the friendly, which is scheduled to take place at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on Saturday.
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