Leicester City and Nigeria midfielder, Wilfred Onyinye Ndidi, said the performances of three Africans in the English Premier League this season, including two Super Eagles stars, have been an inspiration to him.
Ndidi has been impressed by the performances of Mohammed Salah, Alex Iwobi and Ola Aina in the English top-flight this season.
Though Leicester City is having a hard time since they got relegated to the EFL Championship again in what has been a dreadful term under the tutelage of Ruud Van Nistelrooy and Steve Cooper, Ndidi has been linked with a move away from the King Power Stadium, with several Turkish Super Lig sides registering interest.
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Salah has been in form for Liverpool, leading the Reds to their 20th Premier League title. Individually, he is currently chasing the Golden Boot, and has surpassed the record for the most goal contributions by a player in a 38-game Premier League season.
Ola Aina has also made a name in Nottingham Forest, that have transitioned from surviving relegation to fighting for UEFA Champions League spots while Alex Iwobi is enjoying his best-ever season in front of goal as a Premier League player. Fulham are also looking to play European football for the first time in almost 20 years.
During an interview session with DEEV, he explains why he chooses Salah, Alex Iwobi and Ola Aina in the English top-flight this season.
Mohamed salah( photo credit: Getty images)
“Ola Aina, Mohammed Salah, and then I’ll say Alex Iwobi. Maybe because they’re Nigerians, but Ola Aina’s character is great.
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“He’s [Ola Aina] amazing. He’s that guy who’s got zero problems, you know. I’m not saying he doesn’t have one, but it just feels like he knows how to solve people’s problems with his vibe and personality, but he’s done really well.
“I think he’s one of the fastest players I’ve seen. He doesn’t look it, but he’s so quick,”
