Vince Chijioke Osuji has received an invitation to join the Super Eagles camp as Nigeria prepares for an international friendly against Russia.
This call-up follows shortly after Reims midfielder John Otomewo was named as a substitute for Wilfred Ndidi, with head coach Éric Chelle making further adjustments to his roster ahead of the match on October 6.
Sources indicate that the 20-year-old centre-back has been called up to fill the spot of Basel defender Akpe Victory, who is unavailable for this match.
Osuji’s selection underscores Chelle’s intention to offer chances to younger players while continuing to widen the Super Eagles’ player pool.
The defender previously played for Nigeria’s U-17 team and has recently moved from Club Brugge to Tromso in Norway, seeking increased playing time and growth.
His recent performances and potential have earned him a place in the senior national team setup.
The upcoming friendly against Russia is anticipated to give Chelle the opportunity to evaluate burgeoning talents as he prepares for future tournaments.
Osuji will aim to make an impressive showing in camp, looking to secure his debut with the Super Eagles when Nigeria competes against Russia on October 6 at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium.
This latest selection reflects Chelle’s approach of combining experienced players with promising newcomers as he establishes the direction of the national team.
