Fulham Manager Sad to Lose Bassey to Super Eagles AFCON Duty

Fulham Manager Sad to Lose Bassey to Super Eagles AFCON Duty

By Precious Oham

Fulham manager Marco Silva said he is disappointed that in-form defender Calvin Bassey won’t be available for selection for a long time, BSNSports.com.ng reports. 

Bassey and Alex Iwobi, who have been in fantastic form for the Whites in recent outings will team up with his teammates ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

The 24-year-old put up a strong display in Fulham’s 2-1 victory against Arsenal last Sunday.

The centre-back was a rock at the heart of Fulham’s defence, limiting the Gunners attackers to just three shots on target in the game.

Silva expressed disappointment that the former Rangers player won’t be available to play for the club in the next couple of games.

“He’s strong, he’s quick, he has quality on the ball, always has the right mindset to learn, to listen, to improve every single day. I’m really pleased for him. Unfortunately, we are going to lose him for a long time now because he’s going to the Africa Cup of Nationsm.” he told the club’s official website.