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Emmanuel Emenike Faces Fitness Challenge Ahead of Las Palmas Debut
Nigerian forward Emmanuel Emenike is yet to reach full fitness and is therefore not ready to make his official debut for Spanish LaLiga club Las Palmas, according to reports in Spain.
Emenike, a former Super Eagles striker, recently joined Las Palmas on a six-month loan deal from Greek outfit Olympiacos, but was excluded from the squad that triumphed over fellow strugglers Malaga with a 1-0 victory on Monday. In contrast, his compatriot Oghenekaro Etebo made his debut for Las Palmas in the same game.
Spanish online news outlet laprovincia.es has reported that the 30-year-old arrived at the club overweight, necessitating a special plan to help him regain his optimal physical condition. During his medical examination last Wednesday, Emenike weighed in at 95 kilos, and he will need to shed four to five kilos to reach his ideal weight.
As a result of his current fitness levels, Emenike has been ruled out of Las Palmas’ upcoming Spanish LaLiga Santander fixture against Athletico Bilbao at the San Mames. He has not been included in the club’s 18-man squad for the game.
Las Palmas will be hoping that Emenike can quickly overcome his fitness challenge, as they look to bolster their attacking options in their battle to avoid relegation. The Nigerian forward brings a wealth of experience to the team, having played for clubs such as Fenerbahce and West Ham United in the past.
Despite this setback, Las Palmas remains optimistic that Emenike will soon be able to make his long-awaited debut for the club, and they are working closely with the player to ensure his swift return to full fitness.
Emenike’s arrival at Las Palmas generated a lot of excitement among the club’s fans, who are eagerly anticipating the impact he can make on the team’s fortunes. However, they will have to wait a little longer to see their new signing in action as he continues his fitness journey.
The club’s coaching staff and medical team are fully committed to supporting Emenike in his quest to reach peak physical condition, and they remain confident that he will soon be able to contribute to the team’s efforts on the pitch.
Las Palmas will hope that Emenike’s dedication and determination will enable him to overcome his current fitness challenges and make a significant impact in their fight for LaLiga survival.
