A decision to omit a player from a European competition squad has been clarified by a team manager. The player, a Nigerian striker, had a notable pre-season performance. However, he was not included in the squad due to health concerns. His recovery from an issue was not complete, despite showing improvement.

The manager's explanation came before an upcoming match. Further details about the situation are available from the source. The player's loan spell at another club was disappointing, but his recent performance was impressive.

The manager discussed the player's condition during a press conference, citing a specific issue that affected the decision.