The Inter midfielder says he’s been in touch with
the national team coach over a possible return to the squad after
prolonged injury
Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi has said he is in touch with back to form Inter defensive midfield player Joel Obi.Keshi disclosed in Abuja last week Wednesday that he would love to have the midfield star back in the Eagles fold but injury had prevented him from re-joining the team since he last played for the Eagles in 2011 under former handler Samson Siasia prior to the 2012 Africa Nations Cup which Nigeria failed to qualify for.
“Yes I spoke with the coach severally since last week and everything went well. Although I couldn’t get him on telephone so I contacted Team Secretary Dayo Enebi and he gave me his telephone number and we discussed. It was a father and son discussion and I am very happy to contribute my quota to the team any time he deems it fit to invite me. I will honour the call with all enthusiasm,” Obi said.
Keshi also corroborated Obi’s claim shortly after the mid-week parley at the Bolton White Hotel camp of the Eagles on Wednesday.
“Yes I spoke with him severally since the last media parley last Wednesday. Joel is like a son to me and I love the way he plays.
“He is skilful and has the talent of a great player. I spoke with him many times now and he has given assurances of playing for the team any time I invite him. I only pray that he doesn’t get injuries again so that he can contribute his quota to the team also,” Keshi revealed. ------------------- goal.com
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