Nigeria’s Ogenyi Onazi has been ruled out of the Confederations Cup in Brazil because of a knee injury.
The Lazio midfielder, 20, suffered the injury during the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw in their World Cup qualifier against Namibia on Wednesday.
“Unfortunately, it means I will miss our Confederations Cup in Brazil.”
After undergoing a scan on Thursday, Onazi told BBC Sport he will be back in action in about a month’s time.
He added: “I’m very disappointed because I always want to give my best for my country.
“Sometimes you face something like this to be stronger as a player. I can only wish my teammates well in Brazil.”
Onazi’s absence is a huge blow to Nigeria, who are already without Emmanuel Emenike, Victor Moses and Kalu Uche for the 15 -30 June tournament.
Coach Stephen Keshi said: “There’s no denying the fact that we’ll miss Onazi because he’s an important player, he is the engine room of that midfield and this tells you how important he is to the team team.
“This is football and we have to be without him. The young boy is dedicated, committed and level headed on and off the pitch.
“I know we can find another player in the squad who will step up and fill that void.” Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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