Marseille Icon Tips Calvin Bassey as Troost-Ekong's Successor for Super Eagles Defense
Former Marseille forward Mamadou Niang believes Calvin Bassey is ready to step into William Troost-Ekong's shoes for the Super Eagles, following Troost-Ekong's retirement. Bassey, a 24-year-old defender from Fulham, has impressed with his reliability and commanding presence in Nigeria's recent matches.
Niang highlighted Bassey's role in securing clean sheets and growing maturity in the defense, signaling a changing of the guard. Bassey's rise in domestic and international levels has positioned him as a key player for Nigeria's upcoming campaigns, as per Niang's observations during the recent Africa Cup of Nations draw.
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