Which Super Eagles goalkeeper will make way for Arthur Okonkwo?

The recent clearance given to Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo to move into the Nigeria senior team has sparked debate over who he is likely to replace in the current squad, reports OwnGoalNigeria.com.

Okonkwo, who is currently first choice for Wrexham, who are pushing to secure a play-off place, which could lead to promotion to the English Premier League, will add to the options available to head coach Eric Chelle.

Highly rated by Chelle, his inclusion will cost one of the trio of Adebayo Adeleye, Amas Obasogie or Francis Uzoho his place in the team, according to what we exclusively gathered.

However, it all depends on how soon regular first choice Stanley Nwabali gets a new club after leaving South African side Chippa United by mutual agreement. In his absence, Uzoho remains.

Maduka Okoye is said to be Chelle’s first choice as first choice now with Okonkwo seen as his deputy. Although Uzoho is very loved by the technical team for his maturity, excellent spirit and good attitude towards training.

It means Chelle will always want him around, but it will all depend on how Okonkwo adapts to the team and sources say he could take part in the Unity Cup in May.

Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman