The decision of Cyriel Dessers to shun a move to Greek giants AEK Athens from Scottish side Rangers was influenced by the head coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Eric Chelle, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
Dessers agreed personal terms with the Greek side for a three years deal and while both teams were in discussion on his transfer fee, the 30 year old developed cold feets on the move.
We exclusively gathered that Dessers who won his spot back in the senior national team of Nigeria at the Unity Cup, where he scored against Ghana before supplying an assit to Moses Simon in the final win over Jamaica, fears that a move to Greece won’t help his cause to stamp his authority in the team of Chelle.
His dream is to be a part of the Super Eagles squad to the next AFCON and possibly the world cup if they make it next year. A move to Greece will dim his chances hence his decision to wait and evaluate other offers and possibly a stay at Rangers.
Dutch side Feyenooord where he was on loan for the 2019/2020 season are reportedly keen on his services, and Dessers is open to the idea of the move.
Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman
