Ndidi: Details of AFCON-ending injury revealed amid transfer interest

Nigeria captain, Wilfred Ndidi has returned to his club after the conclusion of the AFCON 2025 third-place playoff, with Beşiktaş providing an update on the injury that cut short his involvement at the tournament.

The 29-year-old picked up the issue during the Super Eagles’ quarter-final win over Algeria and, although he served a suspension in the semi-final, he was unable to recover in time for the bronze-medal match against Egypt.

Beşiktaş have now confirmed that the midfielder travelled back to Istanbul after the tournament for further evaluation. In a medical update, the Turkish club disclosed that Ndidi was diagnosed with a hamstring strain accompanied by internal bleeding in his left thigh. Treatment has already begun, with the focus on recovery rather than rushing him back into action after a demanding international period.

Wilfred Ndidi’nin Sağlık Durumu Hakkında Bilgilendirme

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La Liga move on the cards for Super Eagles skipper Ndidi?

Away from the treatment room, Wilfred Ndidi’s future at club level is beginning to attract attention.

Reports from Spain indicate that Valencia are monitoring his situation closely as they prepare for activity in the January transfer window. The La Liga side are said to be considering midfield reinforcements as they navigate a difficult season near the foot of the table.

According to Spanish outlet Tribuna Deportiva, Valencia have identified the former Leicester City star as a possible solution and believe his experience could stabilise their midfield.

The report suggests he is open to the move and views the prospect of playing in La Liga positively, should negotiations advance. Ndid, who joined Beşiktaş from the Foxes last summer, has featured 16 times for the Turkish club so far.