“He decided to stay” – Angry Zaragoza coach vows to freeze out unwanted Nigerian star valued at N.3 billion

The Lagos-born footballer was requested to go away the membership in January however he opted to stay at La Romareda

Actual Zaragoza coach Fran Escribá has expressed his displeasure with the conduct of Nigerian winger James Igbekeme in the course of the winter switch window.

Igbekeme has been at Actual Zaragoza since 2018 after becoming a member of from Portuguese outfit Gil Vicente for €150,000.

Now valued at €500,000 (approx. N.3 billion), the 27-year-old former Tremendous Eagles hopeful has a contract with the Aragon-based membership till 2024.

Apparently, Igbekeme solely returned from a year-long mortgage deal at Colombus Crew within the MLS in December.

However Actual Zaragoza deemed Igbekeme surplus to necessities and requested him to discover a new membership in the course of the winter switch window in order that the membership might unencumber the area to usher in reinforcement.

Nonetheless, no fascinating supply got here up for Igbekeme in January and the Lagos-born ace remained at La Romareda.

Nevertheless, his determination to remain has angered Actual Zaragoza supervisor Fran Escribá who admits that the participant had the suitable to meet the phrases of his contract.

However the Spanish head coach has informed Igbekeme in clear phrases that he’s undesirable in Zaragoza and there shall be no first-team alternatives for him till the top of the season.

What has been stated? 

“I believe it hurts you to remain in a spot the place they’ve informed you that they don’t rely on you,” Fran Escribá stated, as per El Periodico de Aragon.

“The participant’s proper to meet his contract have to be revered, however one who dedicates himself to this career is as a result of he desires to play. It’s uncomfortable to work with 25 gamers.

“I made my pondering clear to James (Igbekeme). The membership made it clear to him, and he determined to remain. He’s in his proper, however he’s not going to take part.”

Since teaming up with Actual Zaragoza over 4 years in the past, Igbekeme has featured in 104 video games, contributing 4 targets and 6 assists.