Genk striker Tolu Arokodare has admitted that while he is eager to represent Nigeria's Super Eagles on the international stage, he has yet to receive any communication from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
Arokodare, who has been in fine form this season with six goals in ten Belgian league matches, stated this in an interview with TribalFootball.
The 23-year-old forward revealed that despite his impressive performances, he understands why he has not been called up by Nigeria just yet.
Rather than expressing frustration, the 23-year-old forward acknowledged that the current Super Eagles players have rightfully earned their spots through hard work and dedication.
‘Not yet my time' – Arokodare rationalises Super Eagles exclusion
In spite of the snub, Arokodare remains confident that his time will come if he continues to perform and remains patient.
“I haven’t been contacted by the NFF, but with time, if I keep performing right and doing the right things, I think I will get that call soon,” he said.
“With me not being called up, I think it’s not my time, and I think the players that are being called up before me worked to be in that position; they deserved every invitation to the Super Eagles. I just need to have patience and work harder.”
Super Eagles interim coach Augustine Eguavoen had the choice to include Arokodare in his squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Libya, particularly with star striker Victor Osimhen unavailable due to injury. However, the 1994 AFCON winner opted for the more experienced Sevilla star Kelechi Iheanacho for the crucial matches.
Arokodare, far from disappointed, expressed his admiration for the talent within the Super Eagles squad, praising the depth and quality of the team.
“We have a huge talent in our attack obviously, and the whole squad is full of talents,” he remarked.
