The towering striker is fourth in the Serie A scoring charts, but seems to be persona non grata where the national team selectors are concerned
What a difference 18 months can make in football.
It seems just like yesterday that Odion Ighalo's retirement from international football left many aghast, uncertain at the prospect of a Super Eagles without the former Watford striker. While his very suitability was the subject of much debate until his departure, what was impossible to deny was his standing and goal return.
Since then, however, there has been a veritable explosion of striking options for Nigeria, with the ongoing 2020/21 season representing the high-point.