Why Nathan Tella Should Be First Name on Chelle’s Super Eagles List
Nathan Tella has been in outstanding form for Bayer Leverkusen, scoring and assisting in a 4-1 win over RB Leipzig. He created three chances, won six duels and now boasts three goal contributions in his last two Bundesliga matches. This kind of consistency in a top European league is hard to ignore. Eric Chelle needs versatile attackers who thrive under high pressing and quick transitions. Tella’s education under Xabi Alonso has turned him into a player comfortable in multiple roles—winger, wing-back or playmaker—while maintaining high work rate off the ball. With the Unity Cup kicking off on May 26 and friendlies against Poland and Portugal looming, Nigeria faces elite opposition. Tella’s experience in the Champions League and Bundesliga pressed environments makes him perfectly suited for these tests. Tella’s recent Super Eagles appearance at the 2025 Unity Cup barely hints at the player he is now. His current form and tactical intelligence make a compelling case for his recall—and Nigeria cannot afford to head into a major summer window without him.
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