Finidi George Eyes Rizespor Midfielder Ibrahim Olawoyin for First Super Eagles Call Up: Report

• Finidi George is already making plans ahead of the June international window
• He has reportedly drawn up a shortlist of new players to join the Super Eagles
• One of those players who could be called up is currently featuring for Rizespor

Finidi George is poised for a strong start in his role as the coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

The 53-year-old might not have put pen to paper on an official contract to validate his appointment, but he appears to be working diligently to ensure things are in place for him to enjoy a successful tenure as manager.

With just a month remaining until his first official assignment as the permanent head coach of the Nigerian team, there are reports of the manager considering new additions to the current crop of Super Eagles players.

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The new manager, who appears to be seeking to capitalise on the positives from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), is eyeing the inclusion of a Turkish-based midfielder in the Super Eagles squad.

Finidi eyes Turkish-based midfielder

According to a report from OwnGoalNigeria, the former Real Betis attacker appears to have midfielder, Ibrahim Olawoyin, on his radar.

The 26-year-old, who has emerged as one of the standout players in the Turkish league since his transfer to Riszepor, has been involved in 11 goals in his 33 appearances so far.

The report emphasises Olawoyin's versatility as a key factor in his consideration by Finidi. The former Abia Warriors star has proven effective both as an attacking midfielder and as a winger for his team.

Finidi's interest in including Olawoyin in the next Super Eagles team is reminiscent to that of former Nigerian forward, Henry Makinwa.

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The 46-year-old, in a conversation with Sports Brief, emphasised the importance of including the pacy Olawoyin in the Super Eagles line-up.

The report concludes by suggesting that Finidi's tenure as manager could see several other new additions to the Nigerian team.

Players who could earn their debut under Finidi

Sports Brief also previously listed the players who could make their Super Eagles debut under Coach Finidi.

One of the stars featured on the list is Elijah Adebayo from Luton Town, along with other Nigeria-eligible stars.