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However, Ighalo despite quitting the national team earlier than expected has always hinted at a return to the three-time African champions. Coach Gernot Rohr during an interview with ESPN revealed that there is a huge chance that the Al Shabab of Saudi Arabia star will be included in the Super Eagles squad for November’s international break games against Liberia and Cape Verde (2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers).
‘The final list is not made yet. But there is a chance to get him back. I put him in the bigger provisional list for the next games because he is very important with his experience and his goals and I hope he can come back, but we will see. He has still ambition to help his country.’ Gernot Rohr
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Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick has also backed the decision of Rohr after revealing in an Instagram post that the former Manchester United striker could make a return to the Super Eagles. Despite the will of the NFF and Rohr to have Ighalo back, the former Watford FC star has revealed he is yet to make a decision. Speaking to ESPN, Ighalo said:
“They have been in contact with me about the possibility of coming back, Amaju and coach. I don’t know. I have not said yes or no. I haven’t made any decision concerning the national team.”Ighalo has been impressive for his Saudi club, netting eight times in nine league outings so far. Source Complete Sports
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