Former Super Eagles defender Sam Sodje believes Nigerian stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman still have what it takes to return to the Ballon d’Or conversation.
Sodje has pointed to the quality of both players, suggesting that greater consistency and stronger team performances could help them regain attention among the world’s elite footballers.
The comments will interest Nigerian fans who have watched Osimhen and Lookman establish themselves as influential figures in European football.
Osimhen continues to attract attention with his performances for Galatasaray, while Lookman has also built a reputation as one of Nigeria’s most exciting attacking players.
However, individual brilliance alone may not be enough. Sustained performances, important goals and success with their respective clubs will be crucial if either player hopes to compete seriously for football’s most prestigious individual award.
For Nigeria, having two players capable of attracting that level of recognition is a major source of pride. Sodje’s comments have also renewed the conversation about what the country’s biggest football stars need to do to reach the very top.
