Stephen Fumen Michael who made his international debut for Nigeria in the 3-3 draw against Russia says his style of play is similar to that of Barcelona star midfielder Pedri, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
19 year old Michael was taken off at the half time break with Nigeria trailing 1-2. A game they later went two goals behind before rallying to draw 3-3.
The game was used by head coach Eric Chelle to access players he intends to use for his U23 team in the Olympic qualifiers in November against DR Congo. Michael was among ten players who auditioned for Chelle.
Michael who plays for Danish second division side Vendsyssel FF said the invitation to play in the game came to him as a surprise, and the game to him was played in a special atmosphere.
“I was shocked when I was selected. It was a fantastic feeling to play in front of 40,000 fans. It was a dream come true. I won’t lie. I’m grateful to God and I’m really happy, says Stephen Michael in an interview with with TV2 Nord on Monday.
“I love Barcelona so much. Pedri is my mentor, so I would like to play for Barcelona one day”, he said when asked about his dream team and also the player he admires in his role.
Tied to a contract that expires in the summer of 2028. This season, he has played in all of 9th Vendsyssel FF 10 games this season, and the club’s Sporting director is projecting a transfer in a not too distant time.
“We are facing a transfer window, and right now the hype around him is really big. Also because he actually played a nice international match, so I don’t think he will be here for very long, states the sports director Jens Hammer Sørensen.
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