Oliseh Backs Ndidi As Future Super Eagles Captain

Oliseh Backs Ndidi As Future Super Eagles Captain

Sampson Adedeji

Former Nigeria international Sunday Ugochukwu Oliseh has backed Wilfred Ndidi as the natural successor to the Super Eagles captaincy, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

With Ahmed Musa now technically out of the team despite not officially announcing his retirement, and William Troost-Ekong expected to step aside after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, discussions about the next leadership figure have intensified.

Oliseh, speaking on the Oliseh Insight Podcast, said Ndidi possesses the charisma, respect, and consistency required to lead the national team.

“At the moment, I think nobody doubts the respect the players have for Ndidi. And he’s a player that plays every game,” the former Super Eagles captain stated.p

 “I am not trying to push for who is going to be captain, but I think Ndidi is already the captain anyway because he captained the last game.”

Ndidi, currently plying his trade with Turkish giants Besiktas, has been a mainstay in the Super Eagles midfield for nearly a decade, earning admiration for his professionalism and leadership qualities.

His potential elevation would mark a new chapter for the national team as they prepare for AFCON 2025 and future international commitments.