Nigeria risks losing Kazeem Olaigbe to Belgium

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Nigeria are at risk of losing promising left winger Kazeem Olaigbe to Belgium ahead of the next FIFA international window.

With the June FIFA international break fast approaching, the Belgian national team is looking to secure the services of promising dual national star Olaigbe. The 22-year-old is expected to be part of the Belgian national team's preliminary squad. As a result, Nigeria risks losing the Brussels-born winger.

Olaigbe played at the youth level for Belgium until he was 21. Also eligible to represent Nigeria through his parents, the Super Eagles coaching staff led by Eric Chelle is actively seeking Olaigbe for upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Olaigbe faces a crucial international decision that could shape his international future as both federations intensify their efforts to secure him. He previously played for Southampton and Cercle Bruges. He is now under contract with Rennes until 2029.

EDITOR NOTE: This article is translated from the original written in French by Ablam Gnamesso for Pan-Africa Football.