Barnsley coach clears the air on Kelechi Nwakali situation

Barnsley coach Conor Hourihane has clarified the situation regarding Kelechi Nwakali, denying rumors that the player was asked to leave the club before the 2025 transfer window closed. Hourihane confirmed during a training session that Nwakali has not been sacked from the club, calling the reports of his departure "untrue" and a "figment of someone's imagination." While it was acknowledged that Nwakali is on a list of players who may leave the club before the transfer window closes, Barnsley has not yet released an official statement on the matter.

Nwakali, who joined Barnsley in August 2024, was absent from the squad at the start of the season due to a delayed return following a family matter in Nigeria. The coach emphasized that it is still uncertain whether Nwakali will remain at Barnsley once the transfer window closes.