Felix Agu, the Werder Bremen full-back, has officially joined the Super Eagles training camp in London as Nigeria prepares for the 2025 Unity Cup. This marks a significant milestone for the 25-year-old, who recently declared his intention to represent Nigeria at the senior level, despite previously featuring for Germany's U21 team .
Born in Osnabrück, Germany, to a Nigerian father and a German mother, Agu has made 90 appearances for Werder Bremen since joining in 2020, contributing four goals . His consistent performances have caught the attention of Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, who is considering Agu for inclusion in the squad for the upcoming Unity Cup and the 2026 World Cup qualifiers .
The Unity Cup, set to commence on May 27, 2025, at Brentford's Gtech Community Stadium in London, features national teams from Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago . Agu's participation in the tournament could serve as his debut for the Super Eagles, pending final clearance from FIFA regarding his eligibility .
Agu has expressed his enthusiasm about the prospect of playing for Nigeria, stating that representing the Super Eagles would be a dream come true . His addition to the squad is anticipated to bolster Nigeria's defensive options as they prepare for crucial international fixtures.
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